Without insurance, a porcelain or ceramic dental crown averages $1,300 on our 2026 dental cost index (range $800–$2,500). With a dental savings plan, the same line is $520–$1,040.
| Item | Typical retail | National average | Typical with plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental crown (porcelain / ceramic, per tooth) | $800–$2,500 | $1,300 | $520–$1,040 |
The member-price twin lives at how much a crown costs with a dental discount plan. Both pages read the same index line on the cost of dental care page.
On this site's 2026 dental cost index, a porcelain or ceramic dental crown averages $1,300 per tooth, with a cash range of $800–$2,500.
The same index estimates $520–$1,040 after a 20-60% discount band. The leftover with-plan URL is how much a crown costs with a dental discount plan.
No. That URL answers the member-price question. This URL answers the cash-pay question. Both read the same Dental crown index line.
Yes, at participating dentists, with no waiting period and no annual maximum. Crowns are major work. Ask the office for the member fee on the crown code before the prep appointment.