San Francisco median pricing for dental crown in 2026, built from local clinic fee schedules and dental insurance claims data.
Median clinic: $2,400 · +40% vs national
Representative imageA dental crown in San Francisco has multiple components. Understanding each helps you evaluate any quote.
| Component | Typical San Francisco range (per crown) |
|---|---|
| Porcelain or zirconia crown | $1,100 – $2,800 |
| Crown preparation and impression | $350 – $700 |
| Temporary crown | $150 – $300 |
| Cementation and bite adjustment | $150 – $300 |
| Core buildup (if needed) | $300 – $650 |
| Neighborhood | Range | vs San Francisco avg |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Heights | $1,650 – $4,550 | +30% vs San Francisco average |
| Nob Hill | $1,550 – $4,400 | +25% vs San Francisco average |
| SoMa | $1,500 – $4,150 | +18% vs San Francisco average |
| Mission | $1,350 – $3,800 | +8% vs San Francisco average |
| Richmond | $1,250 – $3,500 | +0% vs San Francisco average |
| Sunset | $1,200 – $3,350 | -5% vs San Francisco average |
Representative imageCalifornia Medi-Cal (Denti-Cal) restored full adult dental benefits in 2018, covering most restorative and periodontal care. PPO plans (Delta Dental of California, Anthem, Cigna) cover 20–60% after the deductible.
Financing: Cherry, Sunbit, CareCredit, Alphaeon Credit and Affirm Dental are widely accepted in San Francisco.
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).
Richmond and Sunset typically run 5% below the San Francisco 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.
