Chicago median pricing for tooth extraction in 2026, built from local clinic fee schedules and dental insurance claims data.
Median clinic: $450 · +12% vs national
Representative imageA tooth extraction in Chicago has multiple components. Understanding each helps you evaluate any quote.
| Component | Typical Chicago range (per tooth) |
|---|---|
| Simple extraction | $150 – $350 |
| Surgical extraction | $350 – $750 |
| Local anesthesia | $50 – $100 |
| Post-op X-ray | $50 – $100 |
| Follow-up visit | $50 – $150 |
| Neighborhood | Range | vs Chicago avg |
|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | $200 – $950 | +28% vs Chicago average |
| Lincoln Park | $200 – $900 | +18% vs Chicago average |
| River North | $150 – $850 | +14% vs Chicago average |
| Wicker Park | $150 – $750 | -1% vs Chicago average |
| Logan Square | $150 – $700 | -6% vs Chicago average |
| Hyde Park | $150 – $700 | -9% vs Chicago average |
Representative imageIllinois Medicaid restored adult dental coverage in 2020 with provider-network limits. PPO plans (Delta Dental of Illinois, BCBSIL, Cigna) cover 10–50% depending on the procedure after the deductible.
Financing: Cherry, Sunbit and CareCredit are the most common third-party dental financing options accepted by Chicago clinics.
A simple extraction takes 20–40 minutes. A surgical extraction with sectioning or bone removal can take 45–90 minutes.
Wisdom tooth extraction (surgical) typically costs 2–3× more than a simple extraction, especially if the tooth is impacted.
Hyde Park and Logan Square typically run 9–10% below the Chicago metro average for tooth extraction. 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.
