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Hearing Test, Procedure and Device Costs
Hearing loss can impact your daily life, affecting everything from social interactions to mental well-being. Understanding the average costs of hearing tests, devices and treatments can help you plan for the best care options.
When to Address Your Hearing Health
Hearing loss isn't rare. About 15% of American adults age 18 or older have some issue with hearing, and about 1 in 8 Americans ages 12 or older have some degree of hearing loss in both ears.1
Common reasons to visit an audiologist or hearing specialist include:
- Hearing tests. Comprehensive evaluations help determine the type and severity of your hearing loss through a series of diagnostic tests.
- Hearing aids. Depending on your hearing needs, you may choose between digital or analog models, with features like wireless connectivity and noise filtering.
- Hearing aid fittings. After selecting a hearing aid, a fitting appointment ensures it fits comfortably and performs well for your specific hearing levels.
- Hearing devices and treatments. In some cases, devices like cochlear implants or bone-anchored hearing systems may be recommended for more advanced hearing loss.
- Hearing surgeries. Certain hearing issues may require surgical procedures, such as implants or repairs to restore or improve hearing function.
Routine Hearing Test Costs
There are many different types of hearing tests, the costs of which can vary based on what they entail as well as where you live. For example, the national average cost* of a comprehensive audiometry test in the United States is $151, but it can range from $116 to $279.2
Routine hearing test costs by state/district
Here's a look at the average cost* of a routine hearing test in all 50 states and the District of Columbia:2
| State/District |
Average cost |
| Alabama |
$132 |
| Alaska |
$184 |
| Arizona |
$153 |
| Arkansas |
$132 |
| California |
$183 |
| Colorado |
$151 |
| Connecticut |
$155 |
| Delaware |
$150 |
| District of Columbia |
$193 |
| Florida |
$151 |
| Georgia |
$139 |
| Hawaii |
$246 |
| Idaho |
$154 |
| Illinois |
$147 |
| Indiana |
$136 |
| Iowa |
$132 |
| Kansas |
$138 |
| Kentucky |
$137 |
| Louisiana |
$139 |
| Maine |
$152 |
| Maryland |
$176 |
| Massachusetts |
$174 |
| Michigan |
$139 |
| Minnesota |
$142 |
| Mississippi |
$132 |
| Missouri |
$133 |
| Montana |
$149 |
| Nebraska |
$134 |
| Nevada |
$149 |
| New Hampshire |
$160 |
| New Jersey |
$161 |
| New Mexico |
$139 |
| New York |
$159 |
| North Carolina |
$141 |
| North Dakota |
$138 |
| Ohio |
$139 |
| Oklahoma |
$129 |
| Oregon |
$163 |
| Pennsylvania |
$147 |
| Rhode Island |
$163 |
| South Carolina |
$139 |
| South Dakota |
$136 |
| Tennessee |
$137 |
| Texas |
$143 |
| Utah |
$151 |
| Vermont |
$158 |
| Virginia |
$146 |
| Washington |
$173 |
| West Virginia |
$132 |
| Wisconsin |
$140 |
| Wyoming |
$137 |
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Hearing test costs
Below is a breakdown of the average costs* of common types of hearing tests. Your exact cost will vary based on several factors, including where your test is done, your provider's specialty and your insurance coverage.2
| Hearing test |
Average cost |
| Acoustic reflex measures |
$15 |
| Comprehensive audiometry |
$151 |
| Otoscopy |
$40 |
| Pure-tone test (air conduction audiometry) |
$45 |
| Speech and word recognition |
$45 |
| Tinnitus |
$121 |
| Tuning fork test |
$46 |
| Tympanometry |
$23 |
| Vestibular battery test (basic) |
$101 |
Hearing Aid Costs
Choosing a hearing aid is a very personal decision. You'll have many different options and styles to choose from depending on your lifestyle and your particular hearing issue. The prices can vary widely based on the type of model you choose — features like wireless connectivity or customization to fit your ear shape will cost more.
Analog and digital hearing aid costs
Below is the average cost* of digital and analog hearing aids.2
| Hearing aids |
Average cost |
| Analog |
$1,354 |
| Digital |
$2,114 |
Different hearing aid style costs
The average cost* of hearing aids can also vary depending on the style you choose and the number of features it offers.2
| Hearing aid |
Average cost |
| Behind the ear (BTE) |
$1,562 |
| Completely in canal (CIC) |
$1,917 |
| In the canal (ITC) |
$1,818 |
| In the ear (ITE) |
$1,411 |
| Open fit (mini BTE) |
$1,513 |
| Personal sound amplification |
$135 |
| Receiver in the ear (RITE) |
$1,966 |
Hearing aid fittings and additional costs
The hearing aids alone won't be your only cost. You'll also need a hearing aid fitting. The price for the fitting varies depending on what type of specialist you see.
An audiologist, for example, typically costs more because they can perform more advanced tests than hearing aid specialists and treat a wider range of conditions.2
| Fitting |
Average cost |
| Hearing aid fitting with a hearing aid specialist |
$1,868 |
| Hearing aid fitting with an audiologist |
$2,430 |
Additional hearing aid costs
After getting your fitting, you may have additional costs. Here's a look at some of the purchases you might consider and their average prices.2
| Additional items |
Average cost |
| Custom ear mold (often with BTE aids) |
$151 |
| Hearing aid adjustment to fine-tune settings |
$76 |
| Protective earplugs (pack of 10) |
$5 |
| Protective earplugs (pack of 500) |
$76 |
Hearing Surgery Costs
Depending on the type of hearing loss you're experiencing, your audiologist or doctor may suggest a surgery to implant a hearing device. The costs for these hearing devices can vary widely depending on the device you need, where you have your surgery and your provider.2
| Surgery |
Average cost |
| Bone-anchored implants: Percutaneous procedure |
$11,601 |
| Bone-anchored implants: Transcutaneous procedure |
$13,854 |
| Cochlear implant |
$51,072 |
| Middle ear implants |
$16,318 |
| Speech processor |
$8,179 |
| Transmitter for cochlear and middle-ear implants |
$86 |
Hearing Loss Treatment Costs
Depending on the type of hearing loss you have, you may need a different kind of treatment to help improve your hearing. Below, you'll see average costs* associated with these treatments.2
| Treatment |
Average cost |
| Ear wax removal |
$55 |
| Tympanoplasty |
$1,548 |
| Tympanostomy |
$962 |
For illustrative purposes only.
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*Actual cost may vary based on geography, provider and other variables. Cost information is based on research in the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, which was conducted by ASQ360° in 2024 on behalf of Synchrony’s CareCredit.
The information, opinions and recommendations expressed in the article are for informational purposes only. Information has been obtained from sources generally believed to be reliable. However, because of the possibility of human or mechanical error by our sources, or any other, Synchrony and any of its affiliates, including CareCredit, (collectively, “Synchrony”) does not provide any warranty as to the accuracy, adequacy, or completeness of any information for its intended purpose or any results obtained from the use of such information. The data presented in the article was current as of the time of writing. Please consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented.
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2 2024 Synchrony Average Procedural Cost Study for Cosmetic, Dental, Veterinary, Vision and Other Practices Across the United States, conducted by ASQ360° Market Research, Cost Tables.
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