FUE costs $4-6 per graft in the USA in 2026. A typical 2,500-graft procedure for Norwood 3 hair loss totals $10,000-15,000 before ancillary costs like medications, PRP, and follow-up visits. The exact per-graft rate depends on your city, the surgeon's experience level, and the total number of grafts needed.
FUE Pricing by Graft Count
| Graft Count | Typical Norwood Stage | US Cost Range | Total Procedure Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | Norwood 2 | $4-6/graft | $4,000-6,000 |
| 1,500 | Norwood 2-3 | $4-6/graft | $6,000-9,000 |
| 2,000 | Norwood 3 | $4-6/graft | $8,000-12,000 |
| 2,500 | Norwood 3-4 | $4-6/graft | $10,000-15,000 |
| 3,000 | Norwood 4 | $4-5.50/graft | $12,000-16,500 |
| 4,000 | Norwood 5-6 | $4-5/graft | $16,000-20,000 |
| 5,000 | Norwood 6-7 | $4-5/graft | $20,000-25,000 |
Many clinics offer volume discounts. Sessions exceeding 3,000 grafts often drop to the lower end of the per-graft range, reducing total cost by 10-15%.
FUE Pricing by Major US City
| City | Avg. Cost Per Graft | 2,500-Graft Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $5-7 | $12,500-17,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $5-7 | $12,500-17,500 |
| Miami, FL | $4-6 | $10,000-15,000 |
| Houston, TX | $4-5 | $10,000-12,500 |
| Chicago, IL | $4-6 | $10,000-15,000 |
| Dallas, TX | $4-5 | $10,000-12,500 |
| Atlanta, GA | $4-5.50 | $10,000-13,750 |
| Denver, CO | $4-5.50 | $10,000-13,750 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $4-5 | $10,000-12,500 |
| Seattle, WA | $5-6 | $12,500-15,000 |
Coastal cities with higher cost of living (New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco) tend to charge at the upper end. Southern and Midwestern cities typically fall at or below the national average.
What Affects Your Per-Graft Price
Surgeon Experience and Reputation
Board-certified surgeons with 10+ years of FUE-specific experience and fellowship training through ISHRS (International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery) command the highest rates. A surgeon performing 300+ FUE cases annually typically charges $5-7 per graft. Newer surgeons or those in group practices may charge $4-5.
Technique Upgrades
Standard FUE with steel punches sits at the base price. Upgrades increase cost:
- Sapphire FUE (sapphire blade recipient sites): add $0.50-1.50/graft
- ARTAS Robotic FUE (AI-guided extraction): add $1-3/graft
- Manual punch FUE by the surgeon alone (no technician extraction): add $1-2/graft
Session Size
Megasessions (3,000+ grafts) require longer operating times (8-12 hours) and additional staff. Per-graft rates typically decrease for larger sessions because fixed overhead (facility, anesthesia, setup) is spread across more grafts.
US vs. International FUE Pricing
| Country | Cost Per Graft | 2,500-Graft Total |
|---|---|---|
| USA | $4-6 | $10,000-15,000 |
| UK | $3-5 | $7,500-12,500 |
| Turkey | $1-2 | $2,500-5,000 |
| India | $0.50-1.50 | $1,250-3,750 |
For a full comparison of the trade-offs between US and international pricing, see how US pricing compares to Turkey.
Financing Options
Most US clinics offer financing through CareCredit, Prosper Healthcare Lending, or in-house payment plans. Typical terms:
- 0% APR for 12-24 months (with approved credit)
- Extended plans of 36-60 months at 9-15% APR
- Monthly payments of $200-500 for a $10,000-15,000 procedure
No US health insurance plan covers elective FUE hair transplants. HSA and FSA funds cannot be applied to cosmetic hair restoration.
Get a personalized graft estimate and cost range for your hair loss pattern using our AI analysis tool. For a technical comparison of FUE and FUT methods, read our FUE vs FUT cost breakdown.