5 PRICES TRACKED
Ductless mini-split installation
A ductless mini-split system, priced per head or per job. Popular for additions and homes without ducts.
Every price we track (hover a dot)
| Year | Region | Contractor | What it was | Paid | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | National | Unknown | Ductless mini-split AC installationHomeAdvisor national average across all zone counts; overall range cited was $700 to $14,500 | — | source |
| 2017 | California | Local contractor | Single-zone mini-split installationLos Angeles homeowner, lowest of four contractor bids for the same single-zone job (bids ranged $3,500 to $8,000) | $3,500 | source |
| 2019 | Rhode Island | Local contractor | Ductless mini-split installationFujitsu FH06 Hyper Heat single-zone units, 4-unit job, state rebate and 0% financing applied | $3,650 | source |
| 2021 | Massachusetts | Local contractor | Multi-zone ductless mini-split, per headBoston-area homeowner, 4-head system (mixed wall/ceiling/floor units), after getting 5 bids from reputable companies; range quoted was $6k-$8k per head | $6,000 | source |
| 2020 | Washington | Local contractor | Multi-zone ductless mini-split system, ~1,800 sq ft homeTacoma-area homeowner, low end of a $18,000-$28,000 range across quotes for a similar heating load; some quotes included full duct replacement | $18,000 | source |
Common questions
How much does mini-split install cost in the US?
Across 5 real US prices, the median is $3,650, ranging from $3,000 to $18,000. These are cost-guide figures and bills homeowners actually paid, not estimates.
Why do mini-split install prices vary so much?
HVAC has no list price. The bill depends on system size, brand, your existing ductwork, your state, and how much the contractor marks up labor. A national installer and a local contractor can be thousands apart.
How can I pay less for mini-split install?
Get at least three itemized quotes, ask for the equipment model and price separately from labor, check for utility and federal rebates, and do not sign under same-day pressure. The real prices here show what others achieved.
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Methodology: prices here are published cost-guide figures and bills homeowners reported paying. Each row says which it is, with a link to the source where one exists. We never estimate and no sponsor can touch a number.