Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Cost Guide
Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-07-08
Most people asking about blepharoplasty cost want one number, but the honest answer is a range: $2,000 to $9,000, set mainly by which eyelids get treated, the anesthesia used, and the individual surgeon's fee. This guide breaks that range down by procedure so you can tell where your own case is likely to land before you sit down for a consultation.
How blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) pricing works
Blepharoplasty is generally priced from a base surgeon fee plus anesthesia and facility charges layered on top. Providers set their fees based on their own training, overhead, and local market, which is why two quotes for the same work can differ by thousands of dollars, and why comparing a few consultations is worth the time.
The figures in this guide reflect typical US pricing patterns, drawn from this site's own calculator model together with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' published average surgeon fee data. Use them as a budgeting guide, then confirm with a written quote before you commit.
Typical blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) cost ranges
| Procedure | US cost range |
| Upper eyelids only | $2,000 - $4,500 |
| Lower eyelids only | $2,500 - $5,000 |
| Upper + lower (both) | $4,000 - $9,000 |
| Anesthesia + facility | $800 - $2,000 |
| Functional (medical) cases | may be partly insurance-covered |
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' 2023 statistics, the national average surgeon fee alone (not including anesthesia or facility costs) was $3,359 for upper blepharoplasty and $3,876 for lower blepharoplasty. See the 2026 Cost Reference for the full model and every source cited.
What affects what you pay
- Area treated: upper, lower, or all four lids. More area costs more.
- Surgeon fee. Experience and reputation account for a large share of the price.
- Anesthesia and facility. Sedation and accredited surgical facilities add fees.
- Cosmetic vs functional. Drooping that impairs vision may be partly covered by insurance.
- Location. Major metros typically cost more.
- Combined procedures. Pairing with a brow lift or facelift changes the total.
How to read a surgeon's written quote
A written quote should itemize the surgeon fee, anesthesia fee, and facility fee separately rather than bundling them into one number. That breakdown matters because it tells you which part is negotiable (surgeon fee, sometimes) and which is fixed by the facility or anesthesia provider. Ask whether pre-op labs, post-op garments, and the first follow-up visit are included, since those line items are where two quotes for the same procedure can end up thousands of dollars apart even when the headline number looks similar. If a quote is a single all-in figure with no breakdown, ask the office to itemize it before you compare it against another surgeon's number.
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Common questions about these ranges
How much does blepharoplasty cost?
Upper-lid surgery typically runs $2,000 to $4,500; treating all four lids commonly totals $4,000 to $9,000 including anesthesia and facility fees.
Does insurance cover eyelid surgery?
Cosmetic eyelid surgery is not covered. Upper-lid surgery may be partly covered if drooping skin is severe enough to obstruct your vision and that is confirmed by a visual field test.
Is the price per eyelid or per pair?
Quotes are usually for the pair (both upper or both lower lids); treating upper and lower together costs more than either alone.
What is included in the price?
Usually the surgeon fee, anesthesia, and facility fee, but confirm with your surgeon whether pre-op visits and follow-up appointments are bundled into the quote.
How long do blepharoplasty results last?
Upper-lid results are often described as long-lasting, commonly a decade or more, because the excess skin removed does not grow back; lower-lid results, when fat is repositioned rather than removed, are also typically durable. Individual healing and aging vary, so ask your surgeon what to expect for your case.
Will insurance pay for blepharoplasty?
Insurance may cover upper blepharoplasty when drooping eyelids are severe enough to obstruct your vision, documented through a visual field test ordered by your doctor. Lower-lid surgery and procedures done purely for cosmetic reasons are almost never covered. If you think your case may be functional, ask an ophthalmologist for a referral and submit documentation to your insurer before scheduling.
What is a typical age range for blepharoplasty?
Most patients who have blepharoplasty are in their 40s through 60s, when excess upper-lid skin or under-eye puffiness becomes more noticeable, though candidacy depends on individual anatomy and health rather than age alone. A board-certified plastic surgeon or oculoplastic surgeon can assess whether the timing is right for you.
Treat the ranges above as a starting point for your own research, not a final number. Get two or three written quotes before you decide. Use the calculator →