Freon (refrigerant) per pound cost in 2026
Freon (refrigerant) per pound costs $50 to $100 per pound of R-410A in 2026, and most people pay about $65.
What moves the price
- The type of refrigerant is the biggest factor, and old R-22 costs far more than R-410A.
- Labor rates change with where you live and the time of year.
- A leak that must be found and fixed adds time and cost.
- The size of the system sets how many pounds it needs.
- Some companies add a service call fee or a minimum charge.
What is included
The range is per pound of R-410A, installed. The installed price per pound usually covers the gas and the labor to add it. A service call fee of $50 to $130 may be extra. Finding and fixing a leak is often extra too.
Cost per pound by refrigerant type, installed
| Refrigerant | Installed price per pound |
|---|---|
| R-410A | $50 to $100 |
| R-22 | $90 to $150 |
| R-454B | About $80 |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: This Old House.
Gas only price per pound (not installed)
| Refrigerant | Price per pound |
|---|---|
| R-410A | $4 to $8 |
| R-22 | $13 to $21 (older guides), much higher in 2026 for reclaimed gas |
Average prices in US dollars. Source: This Old House.
Why this costs more in 2026
Labor is the biggest part of most home jobs, and skilled trade pay keeps rising. Many materials and parts are imported, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Steel, copper, aluminum and resin all cost more too, so quotes for Freon (refrigerant) per pound are higher than they were a few years ago.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for a quote that splits the gas price and the labor price.
- Have the leak fixed, so the gas does not need to be added again.
- Get two or three quotes before work on an older R-22 system, since the gas is very costly.
What price guides say
We checked 4 price guides and read every number on their pages. They do not all measure the same thing, so the ranges on this page come from putting them side by side.
- This Old House: How Much Does Freon Cost? (updated 04/07/2026)
- HomeAdvisor: Home AC Recharge Freon Refill cost (updated Jun 16, 2026)
- PickHVAC: AC Refrigerant and Freon Cost Per Pound (May 23, 2026)
- PickHVAC: AC Freon Recharge Price and Cost (June 17, 2025)
Common questions
How much does this cost in 2026?
Freon (refrigerant) per pound costs $50 to $100 per pound of R-410A in 2026, and most people pay about $65. Most people pay about $65 per pound of R-410A. The low end is $50 and the high end is $100.
What changes the price the most?
The biggest factors are: The type of refrigerant is the biggest factor, and old R-22 costs far more than R-410A; Labor rates change with where you live and the time of year; A leak that must be found and fixed adds time and cost.
How can I pay less?
Ask for a quote that splits the gas price and the labor price. Have the leak fixed, so the gas does not need to be added again. Get two or three quotes before work on an older R-22 system, since the gas is very costly.
Where do these numbers come from?
From 4 named price guides: This Old House, HomeAdvisor, PickHVAC, PickHVAC. Each one is linked on this page with the date we read it.
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