Water Heater cost,
across the U.S.
A national reference for water heater pricing. Pick your state for local labor rates, permit norms, and city-specific cost guides.
- Tank, gas
- $800 – $2k
- Tank, electric
- $900 – $2.2k
- Tankless, gas
- $1.5k – $3.5k+
- Hybrid heat pump
- $1.8k – $4k
Code upgrades typical in each state can add to the bill.
Water heater replacement cost swings with unit type, fuel source, and what code upgrades the install triggers. A like-for-like swap and a tankless conversion can sit thousands apart.
This page lays out statewide ranges. For a tighter number, see your city guide below — local permits and labor change the picture.
Water heater replacement.
Statewide installed prices by unit type. Cold-region homes may need extra insulation or larger tanks.
- 01Tank, gas 40-50 galMost common$800 – $2,000
- 02Tank, electric 40-50 galNo venting required$900 – $2,200
- 03Tankless, gasOften needs gas line upgrade$1,500 – $3,500+
- 04Hybrid heat pumpEligible for federal credits$1,800 – $4,000
- 05Permit & disposal$50 – $300
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Each state guide breaks down local labor rates, code requirements, and city-by-city pricing for water heater.
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Water Heater cost — national FAQs.
Is tankless worth it?
It depends on usage. Tankless saves on standby loss and gives endless hot water but costs $700–$1,500 more installed. Payback is typically 8–15 years in a most U.S. cities home.
Do I need a permit?
Yes for gas units, almost always. Some most U.S. cities jurisdictions also require permits for electric. Your plumber should handle it.
How long is the job?
Tank swap: 2-4 hours. Tankless conversion: 4-8 hours with gas line upgrades.