Cost to Range Hood Installation in Boston, MA

$528–$2,376 in Boston

32% above the national average · 1.32x cost multiplier

In Boston, a range hood installation runs $528 to $2,376 on average — about 32% above what homeowners pay nationwide. The Northeast market's labor costs account for most of the gap, with material pricing and local permitting fees adding to the spread. Use the cost table below to compare budget, mid-range, and premium options side by side.

Cost Breakdown in Boston

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per per hood	$198	$1188	$6600
Materials	$264	$792	$2,640
Labor	$198	$462	$1,320
Permits	$0	$0	$0
Total	$462+32% vs. national avg	$1,254+32% vs. national avg	$4,224+32% vs. national avg

Budget

Under-cabinet range hood with existing ductwork, direct replacement - standard installation over a 30-inch range

Mid-Range

Wall-mounted chimney-style range hood (600-900 CFM), new duct run to exterior, professional installation - 30-36 inch width

Premium

Custom or high-end range hood (1,200+ CFM) over a professional-style range, new 6-inch duct run with exterior cap, makeup air consideration, 36-48 inch width

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Boston may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Under-Cabinet Range Hood	$80-$400 (unit only)	Lowest cost, easy installation in existing cabinet space, widely available	Less visual impact, lower CFM ratings typical, can feel cramped above range	Budget kitchens, kitchens with upper cabinets extending over range, rental propertiesLowest cost, easy installation in existing cabinet space, widely available
Wall-Mounted Chimney Hood	$300-$1,500 (unit only)	Striking focal point, higher CFM options, wide range of finishes and styles	Requires wall mounting above range with no upper cabinets, chimney extends to ceiling	Most popular style in kitchen renovations - the designer look at a reasonable priceStriking focal point, higher CFM options, wide range of finishes and styles
Island Range Hood	$400-$2,500 (unit only)	Designed for island installations, 360-degree capture of cooking exhaust	Duct run must go up through ceiling - more complex and costly	Kitchens with island cooktops or rangesDesigned for island installations, 360-degree capture of cooking exhaust
Insert/Liner Hood	$200-$1,500 (unit only)	Fits inside custom cabinet or wood hood enclosure, cleanest look when built-in	Requires a custom hood enclosure built by your contractor separately	Custom kitchens with a designer wood or plaster hood enclosureFits inside custom cabinet or wood hood enclosure, cleanest look when built-in
Professional/Commercial-Grade Hood	$1,000-$4,000+ (unit only)	Very high CFM (1,000-2,000+), commercial appearance, handles professional range output	Expensive, may require makeup air, very loud at high speeds	Professional-style ranges (Wolf, Viking, Thermador), heavy daily cooking householdsVery high CFM (1,000-2,000+), commercial appearance, handles professional range output

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Boston Estimate

Typical Range

$528–$2,376

vs. National Average

32% above national

Cost Multiplier

1.32x

Cost Per per hood

$198–$6600

Estimates apply Boston's 1.32x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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