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Tulsa, OK / HVAC replacement

HVAC replacement cost in Tulsa, OK

Typical cost: $7,275 (range $4,830 to $21,215)

Typical all-in

$7,275

Job cost plus the local permit fee at this size.

Low
$4,830
Typical
$7,275
High
$21,215

Breakdown

Labor (allocated)$2,158
Materials (allocated)$5,035
Job subtotal$7,193
Permit$82
All-in typical$7,275

Labor is adjusted for construction wages in this metro. Materials stay at the national figure. This is an estimate, not a contractor quote.

Average $7,500; common $5,000 to $12,500; up to $22,000 with new ductwork.

A typical HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK is about $7,275, including a permit fee of $82.

What we assumed

We price HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK at 3-ton (36,000 BTU) like-for-like split system.

When a published schedule is a valuation formula, the documented assumed valuation is $7,500 typical ($5,000 low, $16,000 high); not a city-assessed value. 2026 average $7,500; high toward new-duct jobs.

Typical 3-ton (36,000 BTU) like-for-like split = heating $35 + refrigeration $47 = $82. Low = heating only $35. High = $35+$47+$35 ducts = $117.

Cost details

Cost by size

SizeAll-in typicalPermit
1 system (typical)$7,275$82
2 systems$14,467$82
3 systems$21,660$82

All-in at this size, adjusted for local wages. The permit is the city fee when the schedule lists one.

What moves the price

What changes the total

  • Cost scales with the number of systems, not a separate tonnage price.
  • Labor for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK is adjusted for local construction wages.
  • The permit fee on the typical job is $82. The permit section on this page has the schedule detail.

Compare HVAC replacement across metros

All-in at the typical job size, adjusted for local wages. The permit is the city fee when the schedule lists one.
CityAll-in typicalPermitOpen
Charlotte, NC$7,316$92.55Open
Seattle, WA$8,392$126.73Open
Denver, CO$7,695$83Open
Nashville, TN$7,373$75Open
Atlanta, GA$7,450$175Open
Austin, TX$7,282$74.05Open
Phoenix, AZ$7,916$558Open
Tucson, AZ$7,382$218.54Open
Portland, OR$8,257$187.04Open
Raleigh, NC$7,354$124Open
Tacoma, WA$8,486$221.29Open
St. Louis, MO$7,850$65Open

Other home projects in Tulsa, OK

All-in at the typical job size, adjusted for local wages. The permit is the city fee when the schedule lists one.
JobAll-in typicalPermitOpen
Roof replacement$9,099$213Open
HVAC replacement$7,275$82This page
Deck$13,634$213Open
Kitchen remodel$29,193$213Open

Questions about this estimate

How much does HVAC replacement cost in Tulsa, OK?
Typical all-in is about $7,275. The official City of Tulsa permit fee of $82 ($35 + $47) is included in the all-in.
Is a permit required for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK?
Yes. City of Tulsa – Development Services / building permits requires a permit for a typical HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK. The typical listed fee is $82. Like-for-like HVAC uses the mechanical fixture table, not the building valuation table.
What is included in this HVAC replacement estimate for Tulsa, OK?
The estimate is labor adjusted for local wages in Tulsa, OK, plus materials at the national figure, at the typical size in the table above. The official typical permit fee of $82 is included in the all-in typical.
Why might the Tulsa permit fee differ from this typical figure?
The official Tulsa, OK fee comes from City of Tulsa Title 49 mechanical permit fees (Ord. 25351) (flat). Typical 3-ton (36,000 BTU) like-for-like split = heating $35 + refrigeration $47 = $82. Site conditions, extras not in the typical row, and schedule updates can change what you actually pay. Verify with City of Tulsa – Development Services / building permits.
How is the typical permit fee calculated for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK?
Typical 3-ton (36,000 BTU) like-for-like split = heating $35 + refrigeration $47 = $82. Low = heating only $35. High = $35+$47+$35 ducts = $117.
What project value is this HVAC replacement permit fee based on in Tulsa, OK?
Listed typical project value $7,500.

Permit in Tulsa

Fee schedule retrieved Sep 1, 2026

City of Tulsa – Development Services / building permits lists a typical permit fee of $82 for this HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK (range $35 to $117). Source: City of Tulsa Title 49 mechanical permit fees (Ord. 25351).

Like-for-like HVAC uses the mechanical fixture table, not the building valuation table. Chapter 1 admin fees not added. Electrical HVAC-unit $81 is extra and not included.

Typical 3-ton (36,000 BTU) like-for-like split = heating $35 + refrigeration $47 = $82. Low = heating only $35. High = $35+$47+$35 ducts = $117.

Line items

Figures come from the city fee schedule. A blank line is not published as a dollar amount.
Line itemFee
Heating appliance$35
Refrigeration/chiller$47
Duct systemsBlank

Process

Does a typical HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK need a permit?
A typical HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK is listed as requiring a permit. Like-for-like HVAC uses the mechanical fixture table, not the building valuation table.
Who issues the permit in Tulsa, OK, and where do I apply?
City of Tulsa, Development Services / building permits issues permits for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK. Apply at https://www.cityoftulsa.org/.
What extra fees or surcharges are listed for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK?
The official permit lists these extra line items for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK: Heating appliance: $35; Refrigeration/chiller: $47; Duct systems: not published in the fee schedule.

Schedule FAQ

Which official schedule is this HVAC replacement fee based on in Tulsa, OK?
The official typical for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK cites City of Tulsa Title 49 mechanical permit fees (Ord. 25351) (retrieved Sep 1, 2026). Fee model: flat.
What local fee-schedule notes are on file for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK?
Building permit $133 at $0-$5,000 and $213 at $5,000.01-$40,000; then $6 per $1,000 through $150,000. Application fee is credited against the building permit fee.
Why does the HVAC replacement permit fee in Tulsa, OK show a low-to-high range?
Listed permit fees for HVAC replacement in Tulsa, OK span $35 to $117, with a typical of $82. Typical 3-ton (36,000 BTU) like-for-like split = heating $35 + refrigeration $47 = $82.

Citations

  1. How Much Does HVAC Replacement Cost? [2026 Data] Retrieved Aug 13, 2026. Average $7,500; $5,000–$22,000; labor about $1,500; national permit range $50–$500 (not city-specific).
  2. City of Tulsa Title 49 mechanical permit fees (Ord. 25351) Retrieved Sep 1, 2026.
  3. BLS OEWS construction wages – Tulsa, OK BLS OEWS construction-and-extraction mean hourly wage / national same vintage, applied to the labor share only. Not a city-specific bid survey.

Cite this page

Fee schedule retrieved Sep 1, 2026

CostInMyCity. "HVAC replacement cost in Tulsa, OK." https://costinmycity.com/cost/hvac-replacement/tulsa-ok/. Fee schedule retrieved Sep 1, 2026. Source: City of Tulsa Title 49 mechanical permit fees (Ord. 25351).

City of Tulsa Title 49 mechanical permit fees (Ord. 25351)

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