2026 Cost Data
Heat Pump Cost in California
Normal Range:$8,700 – $20,500
Heat pumps cost $15,600 on average in California, based on 182 real homeowner quotes.
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Real Homeowner Data
What California Homeowners Actually Paid
Based on 182 real installation quotes from California homeowners.
Median
$15,600
182 crowdsourced quotes
Budget (25th)
$8,700
182 crowdsourced quotes
Premium (75th)
$20,500
182 crowdsourced quotes
Lowest
$1,500
182 crowdsourced quotes
Highest
$45,000
182 crowdsourced quotes
Cost by System Type
| System Type | Median Cost | Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| ducted | $18,578 | 52 |
| mini-split | $10,552 | 31 |
| dual-fuel | $22,675 | 21 |
Most Installed Brands
| Brand | Median Cost | Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi | $12,474 | 36 |
| Bosch | $15,393 | 13 |
| Daikin | $20,348 | 10 |
| Bryant | $16,640 | 8 |
| American Standard | $17,435 | 6 |
| ACPro | $14,888 | 6 |
| Carrier | $19,673 | 5 |
| Lennox | $18,000 | 4 |
What Homeowners Said
OP was pre-approved for HEERA rebate of 8000 for a new heat pump; rebate later rejected because contractor installed a non-qualifying unit instead of the promised Energy Star unit.
$8,000
Total cost with permit in Bay Area.
$5,000
2 quotes so far; includes new ducts/bigger return/new attic stand and some electrical work
$28,000
Crowdsourced homeowner reports, collected and verified by WattFax. Updated monthly.
Incentives
California Heat Pump Rebates
TECH Clean California Program (statewide heat pump rebate)
state
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a heat pump cost in California?
The median cost for a heat pump installation in California is $15,600 based on 182 real homeowner quotes. Costs range from $1,500 to $45,000. ducted systems average $18,578 while mini-split systems average $10,552. Costs vary by city — use the calculator above for a local estimate.
What rebates are available in California?
The federal 25C tax credit (up to $2,000) expired December 31, 2025. California currently offers 1 state and utility program.
What does electricity cost in California?
32.5¢/kWh on average. Above the national average of 16¢/kWh.
California Heat Pump Costs by City
29 cities with local cost data.
Acampo
Zone 3
Angels Camp
Zone 4
Auburn
Zone 5
Avalon
Zone 3
Blythe
Zone 2
Brawley
Zone 2
California City
Zone 3
Daly City
Zone 3
Dixon
Zone 3
Forest Falls
Zone 3
Gualala
Zone 3
Half Moon Bay
Zone 3
Herald
Zone 3
Homewood
Zone 3
La Jolla
Zone 3
Los Angeles
Zone 3
National City
Zone 3
Paramount
Zone 3
Pescadero
Zone 3
Rutherford
Zone 3
San Bernardino
Zone 3
San Diego
Zone 3
San Francisco
Zone 3
San Jose
Zone 3
South Pasadena
Zone 3
Spring Valley
Zone 3
Verdugo City
Zone 3
Walnut Creek
Zone 3
West Point
Zone 4