Hair Transplant Cost: Average Price, What Affects It & Financing

A hair transplant moves hair follicles from one part of the scalp to thinning or bare areas. Price is driven by the technique, the number of grafts, and the clinic, which is why published ranges are wide.

All figures on this page are published estimates with a check date of Oct 12, 2026. Some sources give averages and some give only ranges, and one is a clinic brand's own guide, so each section notes where a number comes from.

CareCredit puts a typical total cost at $3,919 – $10,640. Other sources set the range differently. Compare the three below.

The Bosley numbers come from the company's own cost guide, so they reflect what that brand reports rather than an independent national survey. The PatientFi range is just as wide as Bosley's, from $4,000 to $15,000. A quote from a specific clinic can land inside or outside any of these ranges depending on its own pricing, so treat them as a starting point.

The two main techniques are follicular unit transplantation (FUT, or the strip method) and follicular unit extraction (FUE). They are priced differently because the work involved is different.

According to CareCredit, FUE averages $6,344 and FUT averages $5,675. Bosley's guide places FUE at $6,000 – $15,000 and FUT at $4,000 – $10,000. In both sources the FUE figures sit above the FUT figures. Which method fits you is a medical decision, and a licensed hair restoration surgeon or board-certified dermatologist can explain the options.

Many clinics price by the graft, which is a small unit of hair follicles. Here is what the Bosley guide reports.

Bosley's FUE rate is $4 – $10 each, and its FUT rate is $3 – $7 each. When a clinic quotes per graft, ask how many grafts the plan calls for and whether the total is a flat fee or an estimate that can change.

The graft count has a direct effect on the total, since you pay for more of them. The Bosley guide groups its ranges by graft count.

A small session of 500 to 1,000 grafts costs much less than a large one at 3,000 to 4,500. Compare the first and last rows above to see how far the total moves. How many grafts you need is a question for a qualified surgeon after an exam. Quotes can differ between clinics even for the same count, so ask what is included in the price.

• Method. FUE and FUT are priced differently, as shown above.
• Graft count. More grafts mean a higher total.
• Clinic and surgeon. Fees may reflect experience and reputation.
• Location. Prices may be higher in large cities.
• What is included. Some quotes include follow-up visits and supplies. Others charge for them.
• Additional sessions. If a second session is part of the plan, the total rises.

Even with the same method and graft count, two clinics may quote very different totals. One may include the surgeon's time, anesthesia, medications, and follow-up visits. Another may list the procedure alone and bill the rest separately. Before you decide a clinic is cheaper, line up the quotes line by line.

Hair transplants are generally treated as cosmetic and are usually paid out of pocket. Coverage rules differ between plans, so call your insurer before you book if you think a medical reason may apply, and request any decision in writing.

Ask for an itemized, written quote. It should answer these:

• Is the price per graft or a flat fee?
• How many grafts does the quote assume?
• What does the price include, such as anesthesia, medications, and follow-up visits?
• Who performs the procedure, and what are their credentials?
• What is the cost of an additional session, if one is needed?
• What deposit is required, and what is the cancellation policy?

Compare clinics on the same basis, and check the credentials of the surgeon with your state medical board. A price that looks low can leave out items that raise the bill later. Weigh credentials and what is included alongside price.

Clinics often work with payment plans or medical credit. Before signing:

• Check whether interest is deferred or charged from the first day
• Find out the rate after any promotional period
• Ask about late payment fees
• Add up the total you will repay

A lower monthly payment over a longer term can raise the total cost, so compare the full amount.