How Much Is Eyelid Surgery? 2026 Blepharoplasty Cost in the U.S. by State
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) costs $4,451 on average in the U.S., ranging from $3,500 to $9,250, according to Synchrony's cost study across all 50 states. Upper eyelid surgery averages $4,313 and lower eyelid surgery $4,177.
Eyelid surgery cost in the U.S.
| Procedure | Average | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Blepharoplasty (general) | $4,451 | $3,500 – $9,250 |
| Upper eyelid surgery | $4,313 | $3,304 – $8,054 |
| Lower eyelid surgery | $4,177 | $3,234 – $8,005 |
Source: Synchrony (CareCredit), 2023–2024 Average Procedural Cost Study, conducted by ASQ360° in all 50 states and D.C. Average procedure cost; prescriptions and complications are extra.
Eyelid surgery cost by state
Average price in every state and D.C. Type your state to find it, or sort by price.
| State | Blepharoplasty average |
|---|---|
| Alabama | $4,425 |
| Alaska | $4,705 |
| Arizona | $4,248 |
| Arkansas | $4,451 |
| California | $4,582 |
| Colorado | $4,216 |
| Connecticut | $4,714 |
| Delaware | $4,583 |
| District of Columbia | $4,654 |
| Florida | $4,443 |
| Georgia | $4,343 |
| Hawaii | $4,114 |
| Idaho | $4,145 |
| Illinois | $4,547 |
| Indiana | $4,352 |
| Iowa | $4,134 |
| Kansas | $4,522 |
| Kentucky | $4,378 |
| Louisiana | $4,280 |
| Maine | $4,617 |
| Maryland | $4,139 |
| Massachusetts | $4,454 |
| Michigan | $4,603 |
| Minnesota | $4,540 |
| Mississippi | $4,444 |
| Missouri | $4,251 |
| Montana | $4,528 |
| Nebraska | $4,438 |
| Nevada | $4,195 |
| New Hampshire | $4,752 |
| New Jersey | $4,713 |
| New Mexico | $4,688 |
| New York | $4,207 |
| North Carolina | $4,635 |
| North Dakota | $4,707 |
| Ohio | $4,356 |
| Oklahoma | $4,288 |
| Oregon | $4,314 |
| Pennsylvania | $4,402 |
| Rhode Island | $4,528 |
| South Carolina | $4,569 |
| South Dakota | $4,550 |
| Tennessee | $4,383 |
| Texas | $4,554 |
| Utah | $4,982 |
| Vermont | $4,575 |
| Virginia | $4,393 |
| Washington | $4,139 |
| West Virginia | $4,452 |
| Wisconsin | $4,343 |
| Wyoming | $3,989 |
Source: Synchrony (CareCredit), 2023–2024 Average Procedural Cost Study, conducted by ASQ360° in all 50 states and D.C. Average cost of blepharoplasty.
What eyelid surgery costs abroad
Prices our partner clinics quote, plus a typical round-trip economy flight from the U.S..
| Flying from | Surgery | Round-trip flight | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York nonstop ≈ 9h 40m | $1,088 – $4,531 | $740 – $1,178 | $1,828 – $5,709 |
| Los Angeles nonstop ≈ 13h 10m | $1,088 – $4,531 | $784 – $1,262 | $1,872 – $5,793 |
Flights: Kayak, typical round-trip economy fares to Istanbul Airport over the past 12 months. Extra hotel nights, meals and travel insurance are not included.
| Flying from | Surgery | Round-trip flight | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York nonstop ≈ 6h 10m | $1,500 – $5,599 | $323 – $563 | $1,823 – $6,162 |
| Chicago nonstop ≈ 4h 35m | $1,500 – $5,599 | $226 – $398 | $1,726 – $5,997 |
| Dallas nonstop ≈ 3h 10m | $1,500 – $5,599 | $204 – $363 | $1,704 – $5,962 |
Flights: Kayak, typical round-trip economy fares to San Diego over the past 12 months. Extra hotel nights, meals and travel insurance are not included. Tijuana is across the border from San Diego. From Southern California, most patients drive or take the trolley to the border instead of flying.
| Flying from | Surgery | Round-trip flight | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York nonstop ≈ 15h 40m | $821 – $6,600 | $1,043 – $1,620 | $1,864 – $8,220 |
| Los Angeles nonstop ≈ 13h 20m | $821 – $6,600 | $896 – $1,305 | $1,717 – $7,905 |
Flights: Kayak, typical round-trip economy fares to Seoul Incheon over the past 12 months. Extra hotel nights, meals and travel insurance are not included.
What changes the price of eyelid surgery
Upper, lower or both
Upper eyelid surgery averages $4,313 and lower eyelid surgery $4,177; having both done costs more. Upper eyelid surgery tends to cost more than lower (CareCredit).
Anesthesia and facility
Most surgeons perform upper eyelid surgery under local anesthesia with oral sedation; general anesthesia, if needed, costs more, and a hospital or surgical center may add fees (CareCredit).
The surgeon
Newly board-certified plastic surgeons may charge less than surgeons with extensive experience (CareCredit).
Where you live
Unlike most procedures, eyelid surgery prices vary little by state: averages run from $3,989 in Wyoming to $4,982 in Utah.
When insurance pays for eyelid surgery
Usually it does not, because eyelid surgery is mostly cosmetic. But if drooping eyelids block your vision, your insurance may cover some or all of the cost: a doctor typically documents this with a visual field test. You may still owe a copay, coinsurance or deductible (CareCredit). Ask your insurer before you book, especially before surgery abroad.
Recovery
In the first days, expect swelling, dry or watery eyes and temporary blurred vision. Tell your surgeon if you already have dry eyes.
Is eyelid surgery cheaper abroad?
Yes; the table above shows what our partner clinics quote. South Korea is known for double eyelid surgery, a different operation that creates an eyelid crease. Read our guides to eyelid surgery in Turkey, Mexico and South Korea.
How to compare quotes
- Ask whether the price covers the surgeon fee, anesthesia fees and the surgical facility, or the surgeon's fee alone.
- Check that you are seeing a board-certified plastic surgeon who operates in an accredited facility.
- Look at before-and-after photos of patients like you, from the same surgeon.
- Ask what follow-up visits, garments and medication are included, and what a revision would cost.
- If you travel, arrange follow-up care at home before you go, as the CDC advises.
Many U.S. practices offer financing options such as CareCredit or Cherry, subject to credit approval; read the terms of any promotional period before you sign.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is eyelid surgery in the U.S.?
$4,451 on average for blepharoplasty, ranging from $3,500 to $9,250, in Synchrony's cost study. Upper eyelid surgery averages $4,313 and lower eyelid surgery $4,177.
Does insurance cover eyelid surgery?
Only when it is medically necessary, typically when drooping upper eyelids block your vision, which a doctor documents with a visual field test. Cosmetic eyelid surgery is not covered.
Which state has the cheapest eyelid surgery?
Averages vary little: the lowest are in Wyoming ($3,989), Hawaii ($4,114) and Iowa ($4,134), the highest in Utah ($4,982), New Hampshire ($4,752) and Connecticut ($4,714).
Is upper or lower eyelid surgery more expensive?
Upper eyelid surgery tends to cost a little more: $4,313 against $4,177 on average.
What is recovery like after blepharoplasty?
Expect swelling, dry or watery eyes and temporary blurred vision in the first days. Tell your surgeon if you already have dry eyes.
Sources
- Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) cost and financing (Average Procedural Cost Study, ASQ360°) — Synchrony / CareCredit
- Publication 502: Medical and Dental Expenses — IRS
- Medical Tourism — CDC Travelers' Health