HVAC System Replacement Cost in California

In California, hvac system replacement costs typically range from $5,700 to $30,000, with most homeowners paying around $12,250. According to 26 recent reports, you can expect to spend between $8,275 and $16,375 for a mid-range project in your area.

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Price distribution

Median $12,250.00 · typical $8,275.00–$16,375.00

$12,250.00

$5,700.00

$30,000.00

Shaded band: middle 50% of reports (25th–75th percentile). Median tick in teal.

Most jobs land between $6,550.00 and $24,750.00 (5th–95th percentile). Ignoring 2 outliers below and 2 above.

Based on reports from Apr 2026 (first entries this month).

Data freshness: 26 reports in the last 90 days. Help keep this current →

Data last updated Apr 8, 2026.

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$16,000.00

Roseville, CA · 6 days ago

AC And Furnace Replacement

We replaced our gas furnace and AC with new ductwork for $16k through A plus heating and air off Auburn.

$14,300.00

Folsom, CA · 6 days ago

Condenser And Air Handler Replacement

Had the HVAC system replaced by Alpha Mechanical in April 2022, including a 5 ton Trane XR17 condenser and a 100K btu Trane air handler, costing.

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Folsom, CA · 6 days ago

"Paid around 14-16K for a 3 ton Lennox system after rebates and discounts."

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