A pedicure costs $35 to $100 before tip in 2026
A basic pedicure costs $35 to $50 at most nail salons in 2026, and $25 to $40 at budget strip mall salons. A gel pedicure runs $45 to $80. A spa or deluxe pedicure with a longer massage, scrub and mask is $60 to $100, and $100 to $150 at a luxury day spa. Gel polish adds $15 to $25 over regular polish. Tip 15 to 20 percent on top. A mani pedi combo runs $50 to $70 with regular polish or $70 to $110 with gel. Groupon lists a basic pedicure at $35 to $50, a gel pedicure at $45 to $80 and a spa pedicure at $60 to $100.
Is your quote fair?
Type the price you were quoted. We compare it to the usual 2026 range of $35 to $100.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Groupon | Groupon lists a basic pedicure at $35 to $50, a gel pedicure at $45 to $80 and a spa pedicure at $60 to $100. |
| Fash | Fash lists a basic pedicure at $25 to $40 and a deluxe or spa pedicure at $40 to $80 or more. |
| ThePricer | ThePricer lists a basic pedicure at $30 to $60, a gel pedicure at $50 to $85 and a deluxe pedicure at $55 to $100 or more. |
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| The type | Basic $35 to $50. Gel $45 to $80. Spa or deluxe $60 to $100. Hot stone $50 to $70. French tips add $5 to $10. |
| The salon | Strip mall salons are $25 to $40. Mid range salons $35 to $55. Luxury day spas 30 to 60 percent more. |
| Your city | Big metro prices run 20 to 40 percent above the national average. |
| Add ons | Callus removal, paraffin wax and nail art add $5 to $30 each. Gel removal adds $10 to $25. |
| The tip | 15 to 20 percent is standard, so add $7 to $20 to the menu price. |
What the price includes
A basic pedicure covers a foot soak, nail trim and shape, cuticle care, a light callus buff, a 5 to 10 minute massage and regular polish. A spa pedicure adds a scrub, a mask or paraffin, and a 20 to 30 minute massage. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Nail salons and day spas set their own prices. Each one has a menu with set prices for each type of pedicure. Add ons like wax, callus care, and nail art are billed on top. Some salons charge by the type of polish, with gel costing more than regular. You usually pay at the end of the visit by card or cash. Tips are paid on top and are not in the menu price. Prices are higher in big cities and at luxury spas. Some salons sell packages that cost less per visit if you pay up front.
How to judge your quote
- Ask for the menu price for the exact type you want: basic, gel, or spa.
- Ask what add ons cost, such as callus care, wax, and nail art.
- Ask if the tool kit is cleaned between clients or if it is single use.
- A fair price matches the menu you saw online, with the tip added on top.
- Compare the total with the range above: $35 to $100 per pedicure for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Book a weekday morning. Many salons run $5 to $10 off before noon.
- Use Groupon or a new client offer. Deals bring a basic pedicure to $20 to $35.
- Skip gel if you redo your toes every 2 weeks anyway. Regular polish lasts about that long on feet.
- Buy a package. Salons discount 10 to 20 percent for 5 or 10 pedicures paid up front.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Groupon, Fash and ThePricer. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does a pedicure cost?
A basic pedicure is about $35 to $50. A gel pedicure is about $45 to $80, and a spa pedicure is about $60 to $100.
How much should I tip?
A tip of 15 to 20 percent is common.
Is a spa pedicure worth it?
It adds a scrub, a mask, and a longer massage. It is a nice treat, but a basic pedicure covers the main care.
How can I pay less?
Groupon says pedicure deals often start at $20 to $40. Try a weekday visit or a new client offer.
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