Your hair transplant cost equals your graft count multiplied by the per-graft rate for your chosen technique and location, plus 20-30% for ancillary expenses. Use the tables below to build a personalized estimate in three steps: determine your graft needs, select your technique and location, and add ancillary costs.
Step 1: Determine Your Graft Count
Your Norwood stage determines approximately how many grafts you need. These ranges assume standard density goals of 35-45 grafts per square centimeter.
| Norwood Stage | Area Affected | Graft Range | Common Scenario |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwood 2 | Temples only | 800-1,500 | Receding temple points |
| Norwood 3 | Hairline + temples | 1,500-2,500 | Visible recession across the front |
| Norwood 3V | Hairline + early crown | 1,800-2,800 | Front recession with crown spot |
| Norwood 4 | Front half + crown thinning | 2,000-3,000 | Connected thinning from front to crown |
| Norwood 5 | Most of top | 3,000-4,000 | Large balding area, bridge still present |
| Norwood 6 | Full top except sides | 3,500-5,000 | Complete top loss |
| Norwood 7 | Extensive loss | 4,000-6,000+ | Maximum donor area utilization |
Not sure of your Norwood stage? Use our Norwood scale guide for photo references and stage descriptions. For an AI-powered assessment, upload your photos to myhairline.ai/analyze.
Step 2: Select Your Technique and Location
Per-graft pricing varies significantly by technique and country. Use this matrix to find your rate.
| Technique | USA | UK | Turkey | India |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUE (standard) | $4-6 | $3-5 | $1-2 | $0.50-1.50 |
| FUT (strip) | $3-5 | $2.50-4 | $0.80-1.50 | $0.40-1.20 |
| Sapphire FUE | $5-7.50 | $4-6.50 | $1.30-2.50 | $0.75-2 |
| DHI (Choi pen) | $6-8 | $5-7 | $1.50-3 | $1-2.50 |
| ARTAS Robotic | $7-10 | $6-9 | $3-5 | N/A |
Turkey note: Most Turkish clinics use flat-rate packages ($1,500-4,000) rather than per-graft pricing. The per-graft equivalents above are calculated from typical package prices divided by average graft counts.
Calculation Formula
Base procedure cost = Graft count x Per-graft rate
Example: Norwood 4 patient, 2,500 grafts, FUE in the US
- Low estimate: 2,500 x $4 = $10,000
- High estimate: 2,500 x $6 = $15,000
Step 3: Add Ancillary Costs
The per-graft price covers the surgery day. Add these items for a realistic total budget.
| Ancillary Cost | US Estimate | Turkey Estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-op blood work | $100-300 | Included | Required for all patients |
| Post-op medications | $50-200 | Included | Antibiotics, painkillers, sprays |
| PRP (1 session) | $500-2,000 | $100-300 | Strongly recommended |
| Follow-up visits (12 months) | $0-600 | $0 (remote) | 4-5 visits typical |
| Finasteride (12 months) | $120-360 | $120-360 | Maintenance medication |
| Minoxidil (12 months) | $120-600 | $120-600 | Maintenance medication |
| Travel (if applicable) | $0 | $500-1,500 | Flights + incidentals |
| Time off work (7-10 days) | $1,400-3,800 | $1,400-3,800 | Based on US median income |
Ancillary Cost Summary
- US procedure (no travel): add $900-4,060
- Turkey procedure (from US): add $2,360-6,660
Complete Cost Estimates by Scenario
Here are five common scenarios with fully loaded costs.
Scenario 1: Early Loss, Budget Option
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Norwood 2-3, 1,800 grafts, FUE Turkey | $1,500-2,500 |
| Flights + travel | $600-1,200 |
| Ancillary costs | $200-500 |
| Total | $2,300-4,200 |
Scenario 2: Moderate Loss, US Procedure
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Norwood 3-4, 2,500 grafts, FUE USA | $10,000-15,000 |
| PRP (1 session) | $500-1,500 |
| Medications + follow-up | $300-800 |
| Total | $10,800-17,300 |
Scenario 3: Advanced Loss, Turkey Premium
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Norwood 5-6, 4,000 grafts, Sapphire FUE Turkey | $2,500-4,000 |
| Flights + travel | $600-1,200 |
| PRP (2 sessions in Turkey) | $200-600 |
| Total | $3,300-5,800 |
Scenario 4: Hairline Only, DHI USA
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Norwood 2, 1,200 grafts, DHI USA | $7,200-9,600 |
| PRP (1 session) | $500-1,500 |
| Medications + follow-up | $300-800 |
| Total | $8,000-11,900 |
Scenario 5: Maximum Coverage, FUT USA
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Norwood 6, 4,000 grafts, FUT USA | $12,000-20,000 |
| PRP (2 sessions) | $1,000-3,000 |
| Medications + follow-up | $400-1,000 |
| Total | $13,400-24,000 |
Get a Personalized Estimate
These calculator tables provide general ranges based on 2026 market pricing. Your actual cost depends on your specific hair loss pattern, donor area density, scalp characteristics, and cosmetic goals.
For a precise estimate, upload photos of your hairline and crown to our AI analysis tool. You will receive a Norwood stage assessment, estimated graft count, and a personalized cost range based on your preferred technique and location.
For a detailed comparison of FUE and FUT pricing and trade-offs, see our FUE vs FUT comparison.