A rhinoplasty costs $3,229 to $25,000 per procedure in 2026
A rhinoplasty (nose job) costs $3,229 to $25,000 in 2026. RealSelf puts the average at $12,239, based on 1,141 patient reviews. BetterCare lists $7,500 to $18,000 in total. SuperMoney lists $3,229 to $20,000. The surgeon's fee is only part of the bill, since anesthesia and the facility are billed on top. A redo costs more than a first nose job.
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 |
|---|---|
| RealSelf | RealSelf says the average rhinoplasty cost is $12,239 from 1,141 patient reviews, with a range of $5,000 to $25,000 and an average surgeon's fee of $6,324. |
| SuperMoney | SuperMoney says a nose job costs $3,229 to $20,000, the average surgeon's fee is around $6,324, and New York City averages $12,283. |
| BetterCare | BetterCare says a rhinoplasty costs $7,500 to $18,000 in total, with a surgeon's fee of $5,000 to $10,000, anesthesia of $1,000 to $2,500 and a facility fee of $1,000 to $3,000. |
Rhinoplasty cost by type and part of the bill
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic rhinoplasty | $7,500 to $15,000 | BetterCare |
| Functional rhinoplasty (septoplasty) | $5,000 to $12,000 | BetterCare |
| Revision rhinoplasty | $10,000 to $20,000+ | BetterCare |
| Nonsurgical rhinoplasty | $600 to $2,500 | BetterCare |
| Surgeon's fee | $5,000 to $10,000 | BetterCare |
| Anesthesia | $1,000 to $2,500 | BetterCare |
| Operating facility | $1,000 to $3,000 | BetterCare |
| New York City, total | $10,000 to $30,000 | RealSelf |
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 |
|---|---|
| Surgeon's fee | This is the biggest part. BetterCare lists $5,000 to $10,000. RealSelf and SuperMoney both cite $6,324 as the average for the fee alone. |
| Anesthesia and facility | These are billed on top of the surgeon. BetterCare lists anesthesia at $1,000 to $2,500 and the operating facility at $1,000 to $3,000. |
| Type of surgery | A first cosmetic nose job costs less than a redo. BetterCare lists cosmetic work at $7,500 to $15,000 and revision at $10,000 to $20,000 or more. |
| City | Big cities cost more. RealSelf lists New York City at $10,000 to $30,000 and Chicago at $2,000 to $15,000. SuperMoney lists a New York City average of $12,283. |
| Extras | Tests, medicine, splints and follow-up visits add up. BetterCare lists tests at $200 to $500, medicine at $50 to $200 and splints at $100 to $300. |
What the price includes
A full price usually includes the surgeon's fee, surgical facility fees, anesthesia, and visits before and after surgery, says RealSelf. BetterCare also lists tests, medicine, splints and follow-up visits as parts of the bill. A revision, a later touch-up or care for problems may cost extra, so ask exactly what the quote covers. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Insurance usually does not pay for a nose job done only for looks. It may help when surgery fixes a medical problem, such as trouble breathing from a bent septum. BetterCare lists functional septoplasty at $5,000 to $12,000, against $7,500 to $15,000 for cosmetic work. Coverage depends on your plan, so ask your insurer for approval in writing before surgery. If you pay cash, ask the surgeon's office for one total that includes the surgeon, anesthesia and the facility, and for a written list of what is left out.
When a doctor orders it
A doctor may suggest surgery when a bent septum or an injury makes breathing hard. Most nose jobs are done for looks and are chosen by the patient, not ordered. A revision may follow when the first result is not right or breathing gets worse. BetterCare lists revision at $10,000 to $20,000 or more.
How to judge your quote
- Does the quote include the surgeon, anesthesia and facility fees?
- Does it cover follow-up visits, and for how long?
- Is a revision priced if you need one?
- Is the surgeon board certified, and can you see before and after photos?
- Compare the total with the range above: $3,229 to $25,000 per procedure for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for a single all-in quote that covers the surgeon, anesthesia, facility and follow-up. RealSelf says the surgeon's fee alone is far below the real total.
- Compare at least three surgeons. RealSelf shows prices from $5,000 to $25,000, so quotes for the same job can differ a lot.
- Ask your insurer if a breathing fix is covered. BetterCare lists functional septoplasty at $5,000 to $12,000, below cosmetic work at up to $15,000.
- Look at the whole price before you choose on cost. SuperMoney says extra fees can easily double or triple the surgeon's base fee.
- Ask the surgeon's office about payment plans, and compare the total cost with interest, not only the monthly payment.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from RealSelf, SuperMoney and BetterCare. 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 does a rhinoplasty cost?
RealSelf says the average is $12,239 from 1,141 patient reviews, with a range of $5,000 to $25,000. BetterCare lists $7,500 to $18,000. SuperMoney lists $3,229 to $20,000.
What is the surgeon's fee alone?
RealSelf and SuperMoney both cite $6,324 as the average surgeon's fee. BetterCare lists $5,000 to $10,000. Anesthesia and the facility are extra.
How much does a revision rhinoplasty cost?
BetterCare lists $10,000 to $20,000 or more. RealSelf gives one surgeon's example of $10,500 for a revision and $7,800 for a first procedure.
Is a nonsurgical nose job cheaper?
Yes. BetterCare lists nonsurgical rhinoplasty at $600 to $2,500, against $7,500 to $15,000 for cosmetic surgery. Ask the provider what results to expect.
Why do patient-reported prices run higher than the surgeon's fee?
RealSelf says anesthesia, the facility and other costs can add thousands. SuperMoney says these can easily double or triple the base fee.