Ignition, fuel and air
Fuel pump replacement: what it costs
How this range is built
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts | $150 | $500 |
| Labor: 2 to 3.5 hours × $110 to $150 an hour | $220 | $525 |
| Fees: shop supplies, disposal, diagnostics | $0 | $30 |
| Total, rounded | $370 | $1,075 |
The hourly rate is the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 average pay for this trade in the US, $27.13 an hour, times 4 to 5.5 to cover what a shop bills (overhead, tools, insurance, profit). Parts are a band from budget aftermarket to the manufacturer part. Full method.
Not a repair shop, estimates only. Typical range, estimate. Not a quote. Your car, parts and shop change the number.
The fuel pump sends gas from the tank to the engine. A weak one causes sputtering, stalling, hard starts, or a car that won't start.
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What is usually included
- New fuel pump module
- New filter or strainer if needed
- Seal and lock ring
- Test fuel pressure
- Test drive
What moves the price
- Pump inside the tank versus outside
- Full module versus pump only
- Dropping the tank versus access panel
- Fuel level at the time of repair
Questions to ask before you say yes
- How did you test fuel pressure?
- Is the whole module replaced?
- Does the filter come with it?
- Does the pump warranty cover the labor if it fails early?
Can you do it yourself?
Not recommended unless you are experienced; gasoline fumes and fire risk are real.
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Common questions
What are signs of a bad pump?
Common signs are a car that cranks but will not start, sputtering at highway speed, a loud whine from the tank, and loss of power going uphill.
Why is labor high?
On most cars the pump sits inside the gas tank. The shop must lower the tank or reach it through the back seat, and it is safest done with the tank low on fuel.
Can I run low on gas to keep it healthy?
Keeping the tank above a quarter helps cool the pump. Running it empty often shortens its life.
How much does fuel pump replacement cost?
A typical range across the US is $370 to $1,075. That is an estimate from parts prices, labor hours and the local labor rate, not a quote.
Typical range in 10 metro areas
Only the labor rate changes between cities. Same parts, same hours.
| Area | Typical range, estimate |
|---|---|
| Boston area, Massachusetts | $400 to $1,150 |
| New York City area | $390 to $1,125 |
| Los Angeles area, California | $390 to $1,125 |
| Chicago area, Illinois | $380 to $1,075 |
| Houston area, Texas | $360 to $1,050 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth area, Texas | $360 to $1,050 |
| Phoenix area, Arizona | $370 to $1,075 |
| Atlanta area, Georgia | $380 to $1,075 |
| Miami area, Florida | $360 to $1,075 |
| Seattle area, Washington | $400 to $1,125 |
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