A mammogram costs $100 to $523 without insurance in 2026
A mammogram costs $100 to $523 without insurance in 2026. The price depends on the type of scan and where you get it. MDsave lists $169 to $523 for a 2D screening and an average of $276. CareRoute lists $100 to $250 for a 2D screening and $150 to $350 for a 3D scan. Hospital departments often charge more than stand alone imaging centers.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| MDsave | MDsave lists $169 to $523 for a 2D screening mammogram, with an MDsave average of $276 and an estimated national average of $389. |
| CareRoute | CareRoute lists self-pay prices of $100 to $250 for 2D screening, $150 to $350 for 3D, $150 to $500 for diagnostic, and $250 to $1,000 at hospitals. |
| Covered USA | Covered USA lists $100 to $250 for 2D screening, $200 to $400 for 3D screening, and $300 to $600 for a diagnostic scan of both breasts. |
Mammogram price by type and setting (no insurance)
| Type or setting | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2D screening | $100 to $250 | CareRoute |
| 3D screening | $150 to $350 | CareRoute |
| 3D screening, imaging center | $200 to $400 | Covered USA |
| Diagnostic, both breasts | $300 to $600 | Covered USA |
| Diagnostic, any | $150 to $500 | CareRoute |
| Hospital outpatient, any type | $250 to $500 | Covered USA |
| 2D screening, prepaid | $169 to $523 | MDsave |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Type of scan | CareRoute lists $100 to $250 for a 2D screening and $150 to $350 for 3D. Covered USA lists $200 to $400 for 3D. |
| Screening or diagnostic | A diagnostic scan looks at a known problem. Covered USA lists $200 to $400 for one breast and $300 to $600 for both breasts. |
| Hospital or imaging center | Covered USA says hospital departments charge $250 to $500, and 30% to 50% more than stand alone centers for the same scan. |
| One or both breasts | MDsave says the price varies if the scan covers one or both breasts, and by city and by facility. |
| Prepay price | MDsave sells the scan upfront at $169 to $523, with an average of $276, which may be lower than the bill you get later. |
What the price includes
The price usually covers the scan and a radiologist's read of the images. It may not cover a follow up scan, an ultrasound, or a biopsy. A diagnostic scan costs more than a screening. Hospitals may add a facility fee, so ask what the quote includes. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
A screening mammogram is free preventive care under the Affordable Care Act when you use an in network provider. CareRoute lists $0 for a 2D screening with insurance and $0 to $100 for 3D. A diagnostic mammogram is not free, so you pay your deductible and coinsurance. Covered USA says Medicare covers screening scans at $0 and diagnostic scans at 20% after a $283 Part B deductible. Ask your plan which type your scan is before you book, and ask for the in network center.
When a doctor orders it
A doctor orders a screening mammogram at set ages, or earlier if your family history calls for it. A doctor orders a diagnostic mammogram when you find a lump, feel pain, see a change in a breast, or when a screening shows something odd. The type matters for cost. A screening is often free with insurance, while a diagnostic scan triggers your deductible and coinsurance, as CareRoute explains.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if it is a screening or a diagnostic scan.
- Ask if the quote is 2D or 3D.
- Ask if the radiologist's fee is in the price.
- Compare a hospital quote with a stand alone imaging center.
- Compare the total with the range above: $100 to $523 per visit for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Pick a stand alone imaging center. Covered USA lists $100 to $250 for a 2D screening there, against $250 to $500 in a hospital department.
- Prepay through MDsave. It lists $169 to $523 for a 2D screening, with an average of $276 for people with no insurance.
- Ask for the cash price in writing before you book, and ask if it includes the radiologist's fee.
- Look for a free or low cost screening program in your state or county. Many clinics offer these for women without insurance.
- Choose 2D if your doctor agrees. CareRoute says 3D adds about $50 to $100 to the price.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from MDsave, CareRoute and Covered USA. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much is a mammogram without insurance?
A 2D screening costs $100 to $250 on CareRoute and Covered USA. MDsave lists $169 to $523, with an average of $276.
Is a 3D mammogram more expensive?
Yes. CareRoute lists $150 to $350 for 3D, and says it adds about $50 to $100 to the 2D price.
Why is a diagnostic mammogram higher?
It takes more images of a known problem. Covered USA lists $200 to $400 for one breast and $300 to $600 for both.
Is a hospital more expensive than an imaging center?
Usually. Covered USA lists $250 to $500 at a hospital and says hospitals charge 30% to 50% more than stand alone centers.
Can I get one for free?
With insurance, a screening is often $0 in network, says CareRoute. Medicare also lists $0 for screening scans on Covered USA.