9 reports. Useful first pass, but one outlier can still shift the range.
Central AC Installation Cost in the NeighborPrices database
Read what 9 homeowners actually wroteCentral AC installation costs in this area typically range from $3,750 to $17,000, with most homeowners paying around $7,700. Half of the projects fall between $6,100 and $10,000. Prices vary significantly based on your specific installation needs and home setup.
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Shaded band: middle 50% of reports (25th–75th percentile). Median tick in teal.
Most jobs land between $4,690.00 and $15,200.00 (5th–95th percentile). Ignoring 1 outlier below and 1 above.
Based on reports from Apr 2026 (first entries this month).
Data last updated Apr 8, 2026.
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ft. home with central heating.
The system had a 14 SEER rating.
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"Replacing just the central air for a 1000 sq ft house with a same-sized basement."
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