Heat Pump Installation Or Replacement costs
Compare the project, repair and planning references below before choosing the work for your property. Confirm measurements, existing conditions and the services included in each proposal.
Cost scope: Benchmarks were reviewed October 24, 2026. Figures apply to the scope and market named by each reference. City/state examples outside Portland Metro are not Portland quotes. Labor, equipment, recurring expenses and complete projects are different budgets.
Installation and project costs
Compare alternatives separately. A range includes installation only when its scope says so. Do not add overlapping totals together.
| Project or reference | Published benchmark | Basis and scope |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump vs AC cost | $2,500 – $7,500 | AC unit cost installed |
| Air-source heat pump cost | $4,000 – $12,000 | cost with installation |
| Heat pump cost — Air-source heat pump | $10,000 – $25,000+ | installed, including air handler |
| Heat pump cost — Geothermal heat pump | $20,000 – $50,000+ | installed; excavation and system scope vary |
| Heat pump cost — Ductless heat pump | $2,000 – $17,000+ | installed; zone count varies |
| Ductless heat pump cost | $2,000 – $4,000 | single-zone system cost |
| Ductless heat pump cost | $3,000 – $8,000 | dual-zone system cost |
| Ductless heat pump cost | $7,000 – $17,000 | multi-zone system cost (3+ zones) |
Labor cost
Labor or hourly figures are separate from equipment purchases. Do not add them to a total that already includes labor.
| Project or reference | Published benchmark | Basis and scope |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump cost — Heat pump installer | $80 – $200+ | per hour, labor only |
Related RemodelRates cost guides
Explore the related RemodelRates guides for project benchmarks and planning details.
Before requesting bids
Share measurements, photos, location, existing conditions and the desired result. Ask for a written scope covering preparation, permits, removal, material specifications, installation, disposal and finish repairs where relevant. Compare bids using the same quantities and exclusions.
Material cost
Purchase-only prices below are not complete installed totals. Confirm quantities, delivery and product specifications. Do not add these to totals already including materials.
| Project or reference | Published benchmark | Basis and scope |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump cost — 14–15 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2 | $3,000 – $5,000 | heat pump unit only |
| Heat pump cost — 16–17 SEER2 / 8–9 HSPF2 | $4,000 – $6,500 | heat pump unit only |
| Heat pump cost — 20+ SEER2 / 10+ HSPF2 | $7,000 – $12,000 | heat pump unit only |