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Arkansas: HVAC Replacement Cost Calculator

Replacing an HVAC system in Arkansas typically runs $4,000 to $7,500 for a central air conditioner alone, $3,500 to $7,000 for a gas furnace, and $7,500 to $13,000 when you replace both at once. Heat pumps land between $6,000 and $12,000 installed, while a ductless mini split system ranges from $3,500 to $10,000 depending on how many indoor heads you need. Arkansas labor costs run about 21% below the national average, with HVAC technicians earning around $24.59 per hour, which keeps installed prices lower here than in most states.

Worked example

Take a 1,800 square foot single-story home outside Little Rock with an aging 3-ton condenser and a gas furnace in the attic, both original to the house. Because the ductwork is in usable shape and the new equipment fits the existing footprint, a matched builder-grade AC and furnace replacement would land near the lower middle of the $7,500 to $13,000 range for a full system swap. Moving up to a two-stage furnace and a higher-efficiency condenser, or adding duct sealing and a new line set, pushes the same job toward the $11,000 to $13,000 end.

Frequently asked questions

Is a heat pump a good choice in Arkansas?

Arkansas sits in climate zone 3, where winters are mild enough that a heat pump can handle most heating hours without heavy reliance on backup heat. Installed costs run $6,000 to $12,000, which is higher than a standalone AC at $4,000 to $7,500, but the heat pump replaces your furnace too, so compare it against the $7,500 to $13,000 range for an AC and gas furnace pair.

Why is HVAC replacement cheaper in Arkansas than in other states?

Labor in Arkansas runs roughly 21% below the national average, with HVAC technicians earning about $24.59 an hour. Since labor is a large share of any installation, that gap shows up directly in the installed price, which is why a central AC replacement here starts around $4,000 instead of the higher figures common in coastal states.

Should I replace just the AC or the furnace at the same time?

If your furnace is also near end of life, replacing both together usually costs less than two separate jobs. A standalone AC runs $4,000 to $7,500 and a gas furnace runs $3,500 to $7,000, but a combined replacement is $7,500 to $13,000 because the crew is already on site and only sets up once.

How much does a ductless mini split cost in Arkansas?

Ductless mini splits in Arkansas run $3,500 to $10,000 installed. A single-zone unit for a converted garage, addition, or bonus room sits near the low end, while a multi-zone system covering several rooms of a home with no existing ductwork moves toward the top of that range.

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