Range hood installation costs $300 to $850 for a straight replacement and $650 to $2,100 for a new install with an outlet and ductwork (HomeGuide).1 Fixr averages $714 and Angi averages $1,750, so the three sources are far apart.2,3 Prices below are national averages* for 2026.
*National averages, not local quotes. Your price depends on the hood type, whether ductwork and a nearby outlet already exist, and how the duct exits the house.
$575
average, HomeGuide
$714
average, Fixr
$1,750
average, Angi
1 – 4 hrs
install time, Angi
Why the averages differ: HomeGuide’s $575 centers on replacing an existing hood, while Angi’s $650 to $2,500 range reads like new installs with ductwork and a wider mix of hood types, our reading.1,2 If you already have a duct and outlet in the right place, budget near the HomeGuide or Fixr figures. If you need new venting, plan closer to Angi.
Installed cost by hood type
| Hood type | HomeGuide (installed) | Angi (installed) |
|---|---|---|
| Wall-mounted | $300 – $850 | $700 – $1,000 |
| Under-cabinet | $200 – $950 | $700 – $1,000 |
| Island | $600 – $1,700 | $500 – $1,400 |
| Cabinet insert | $500 – $1,500 | $1,000 – $1,500 |
| Downdraft | $1,000 – $2,000 | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Ductless | $100 – $600 (unit only) | $200 – $400 |
Hood price alone (Fixr, materials only)
| Hood type | Unit price |
|---|---|
| Under-cabinet | $200 – $500 |
| Wall-mount | $200 – $500 |
| Island | $300 – $900 |
| Cabinet insert | $400 – $1,000 |
| Down-draft | $1,000 – $2,500 |
By exhaust style, Fixr lists ductless at $100 to $300, ducted at $100 to $1,000 and convertible at $200 to $1,000.3 HomeGuide notes ductless hoods recirculate air through a filter, so they remove odors and grease but, in its words, do not reduce fire risks.1
Replacement vs new install (HomeGuide)
| Item | Direct replacement | Replace with new connections |
|---|---|---|
| Hood | $200 – $600 | $200 – $600 |
| Labor | $100 – $250 | $100 – $250 |
| New outlet | n/a | $150 – $350 |
| New ductwork | n/a | $200 – $900 |
| Total | $300 – $850 | $650 – $2,100 |
Ductwork by exit route (HomeGuide)
| Where the vent exits | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Through an outside wall | $200 – $650 |
| Through the roof, 1-story home | $400 – $900 |
| Through the roof, 2-story home | $1,000 – $2,000 |
HomeGuide puts new ducts at $40 to $65 per linear foot, and a roof vent cap at $200 to $700.1 Angi says ductwork adds about $500 and bills at around $85 an hour, up to four hours and about $350 plus materials for exterior routing.2
Labor and permits
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Installer | $50 – $100 per hour | Angi |
| Electrician | $50 – $130 per hour (HomeGuide); $50 – $100 (Angi) | HomeGuide, Angi |
| Handyman, ductless hood | $50 – $85 per hour | HomeGuide |
| HVAC, complex jobs | $75 – $150 per hour | HomeGuide |
| Remove the old hood alone | $25 – $50 | HomeGuide |
| Mechanical permit | $100 – $230 | HomeGuide |
Angi says ductless models take one to two hours and wall-mounted or island hoods three to four.2 HomeGuide adds that units over 30 inches are heavy enough to need two people.1
DIY or hire
A ductless or under-cabinet swap onto an existing outlet is the easy case, and HomeGuide says a handyman can do ductless hoods.1 New ducting, roof venting and new wiring are where a pro pays off. Angi says 53% of the homeowners it surveyed bought the hood before hiring a pro, and warns that the wrong size or type can delay the job, so check fit with your installer first.2 When you know the width you need, Home Depot’s range hood section lists current models (plain link, not affiliate).
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Sources
1. HomeGuide — Range Hood Installation Cost
2. Angi — Range Hood Installation Cost
3. Fixr — Range Hood Installation Cost