Boston median pricing for dental crown in 2026, built from local clinic fee schedules and dental insurance claims data.
Median clinic: $2,100 · +22% vs national
Representative imageA dental crown in Boston has multiple components. Understanding each helps you evaluate any quote.
| Component | Typical Boston range (per crown) |
|---|---|
| Porcelain or zirconia crown | $1,000 – $2,450 |
| Crown preparation and impression | $300 – $600 |
| Temporary crown | $100 – $250 |
| Cementation and bite adjustment | $100 – $250 |
| Core buildup (if needed) | $250 – $550 |
| Neighborhood | Range | vs Boston avg |
|---|---|---|
| Back Bay | $1,450 – $3,950 | +30% vs Boston average |
| Beacon Hill | $1,400 – $3,800 | +25% vs Boston average |
| Cambridge | $1,300 – $3,600 | +18% vs Boston average |
| South End | $1,250 – $3,400 | +12% vs Boston average |
| Jamaica Plain | $1,100 – $3,000 | -2% vs Boston average |
| Dorchester | $1,000 – $2,800 | -8% vs Boston average |
Representative imageMassHealth has covered adults with comprehensive dental benefits since 2022, including fillings, extractions, root canals, and dentures. PPO plans (Delta Dental, BCBS of Massachusetts, Aetna) cover 20–60% after the deductible.
Financing: Cherry, Sunbit, CareCredit and Affirm Dental are widely accepted in Boston.
A porcelain or zirconia crown typically lasts 10–15 years. Full-gold crowns can last 20+ years.
PPO plans usually cover crowns at 50% after the deductible when the crown is medically necessary (not purely cosmetic).
Jamaica Plain and Dorchester typically run 8% below the Boston metro average for dental crown. These areas have lower commercial rents, which clinics pass on in fees.
Find nearby dental clinics, confirm any consultation fee, and ask for an itemized estimate. Bring your insurance details and the questions above.
