How Much Does an Abortion Cost?

How Much Does an Abortion Cost?

How Much Is An Abortion? 

Thinking about abortion can bring up a lot of questions—especially about cost. The truth is, how much you’ll pay can depend on a few different things: the type of abortion, how far along you are, where you live, and what kind of support you have. Let’s break it down so you can feel more informed.

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Do I need an Ultrasound?

Before you make any decisions, it's important to know how far along you are. An ultrasound helps confirm how many weeks into your pregnancy you are, which affects both your options and how much the procedure might cost. It also ensures the pregnancy is viable (not a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy).

Good news? Many pregnancy centers offer ultrasounds at no cost, and you don’t need insurance to get one.

Types of Abortion

There are two main ways abortions are performed, and they have different costs and timelines:

1. Medical Abortion (a.k.a. the Abortion Pill)

This involves taking a combination of medications—usually mifepristone and misoprostol—to end a pregnancy.²

  • FDA-approved up to 70 days (10 weeks) from your last period.

  • It should only be done with proper medical supervision.

2. Surgical Abortion

This is a procedure done in a clinic by a licensed provider to remove the pregnancy from the uterus.¹

  • Usually used for pregnancies past 10 weeks, or when a medical abortion isn’t an option.

  • Requires more preparation and post-procedure care.

Cost of an Abortion

Surgical Abortion

  • Estimated cost: $850–$2,200, depending on how far along you are and where you’re located.

  • Costs may go up if you have to travel out of state, stay overnight, or cover medications out-of-pocket.³

  • Insurance coverage varies by provider and state laws.

Medical Abortion (Pill)

  • Price range: Free to $850, depending on how and where it’s obtained.

  • Ordering pills online? Shipping (especially from overseas) may increase the cost.

  • Some states restrict access to the abortion pill, so availability may be limited or legally complicated.²


Risks of Ordering the Abortion Pill Online

Even if the abortion pill is restricted in your state, some websites may still try to sell it to you. Here's what to keep in mind:

  • Pills not approved by the FDA may come from international sellers with no safety oversight.⁴

  • Taking the pill without a confirmed pregnancy or accurate gestational age can be dangerous.

  • At-home pregnancy tests can give false positives—you need a medical-grade test and ultrasound to confirm everything before taking the pill.

  • Without medical supervision, there’s a higher chance of complications like excessive bleeding or incomplete abortion.⁵

And keep this in mind: about 10%–20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage naturally.⁶ An ultrasound can help you avoid making a decision you may not need to make.

 

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Sources:

1. https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/induced-abortion

2. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/21899-medical-abortion

3. https://www.plannedparenthood.org/blog/how-much-does-an-abortion-cost

4. https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/how-buy-medicines-safely-online-pharmacy

5. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pregnancy-loss-miscarriage/symptoms-causes

6. https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/pregnancy/why-do-miscarriages-happen/