How Much Does Rehab Cost?

Costs depend mostly on the level of care. Standard outpatient programs run $1,000–$5,000, intensive outpatient (IOP) $3,000–$10,000, medical detox $750–$5,600, and a 30-day inpatient stay $6,000–$20,000 at a standard facility. Luxury residential programs can exceed $60,000 per month. With insurance, most people pay only a fraction of these amounts.

With private insurance, out-of-pocket costs typically fall to 10–40% of the full price until you reach your plan's out-of-pocket maximum — for a 30-day inpatient stay that often means $1,000–$8,000 instead of $6,000–$20,000. The federal Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act requires most plans to cover addiction treatment comparably to other medical care. Medicaid usually reduces the cost to $0, and Medicare covers treatment with standard deductibles and about 20% coinsurance.

Without insurance you pay the full cash price: $1,000–$5,000 for outpatient, $3,000–$10,000 for IOP, and $6,000–$20,000 for 30 days of inpatient care. However, free and low-cost options exist in every state: state-funded programs, SAMHSA block-grant-funded facilities, sliding-scale fees, payment plans, and nonprofit or faith-based programs. Many treatment centers will work out a plan if you ask.

A 30-day inpatient (residential) program at a standard facility typically costs $6,000–$20,000. Sixty-day programs run $12,000–$40,000 and 90-day programs $18,000–$60,000, with longer stays usually costing less per day. Luxury facilities with private rooms and resort-style amenities charge $20,000–$60,000+ per month. Higher cost does not necessarily mean better clinical outcomes.

Alcohol rehab costs mirror drug rehab: outpatient programs $1,000–$5,000, IOP $3,000–$10,000, and 30-day inpatient $6,000–$20,000. One difference is detox — alcohol withdrawal can be life-threatening, so medically supervised detox ($250–$800 per day for 3–7 days) is strongly recommended and often required before admission to a residential program.

Medical detox typically costs $250–$800 per day, and most stays last 3–7 days, putting the total between $750 and $5,600. Detox for alcohol and benzodiazepines sits at the higher end because withdrawal from these substances can cause seizures and requires closer medical monitoring. Many residential programs include detox in their quoted price, so ask before paying for it separately.

Yes, in most cases. The Affordable Care Act classifies substance use disorder treatment as an essential health benefit, and the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act requires insurers to cover it on par with medical and surgical care. Medicaid, Medicare, TRICARE, and most employer and marketplace plans cover addiction treatment. What varies is your deductible, coinsurance, network, and how many residential days the plan authorizes — verify benefits with the facility before admission.

Yes. Every state funds free or low-cost addiction treatment through SAMHSA block grants and state agencies. Options include state-funded residential programs, community mental health centers, nonprofit and faith-based programs (such as Salvation Army adult rehabilitation centers), sliding-scale clinics, and federally qualified health centers. Waiting lists are common for free residential beds, but outpatient and medication-assisted treatment are often available quickly. Call SAMHSA's free 24/7 helpline at 1-800-662-4357 to find state-funded options near you.