2026 US figures · every formula shown · nothing uploaded
What should detailing your car cost? The real 2026 numbers.
Wash, interior, full detail, paint correction, ceramic — priced by vehicle class and condition with every multiplier visible. Compare quotes against the market, or price your own detailing business from costs up.
| Service | In-shop | Mobile | Band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wash & wax | $75 | $100 | $60–101 |
| Interior detail | $100 | $125 | $80–135 |
| Full detail | $160 | $185 | $128–216 |
| Paint correction | $325 | $350 | $260–439 |
| Ceramic coating | $1200 | $1225 | $960–1620 |
| Pet hair removal | $50 | $75 | $40–68 |
| Headlight restoration | $110 | $135 | $88–149 |
| Engine bay | $75 | $100 | $60–101 |
| Odor removal | $90 | $115 | $72–122 |
The "band" is the honest range for this service on this vehicle — quotes below it usually skip steps, quotes above it include heavy prep or premium products.
Prices are 2026 US averages × vehicle/condition multipliers. Ceramic is quoted per vehicle (condition doesn't apply). Mobile adds a per-visit fee. Estimates — market varies.
All 7 detailing calculators
For car owners comparing quotes — and for detailers building menus that pay.
Car Owner Calculators
View category →Car Detailing Prices
2026 price table by service and vehicle class — wash, interior, full detail, correction, ceramic.
Detailing Cost Calculator
Vehicle, condition, service and add-ons in — get the itemized cost with mobile fee.
Mobile Detailing Prices
Mobile vs in-shop: the convenience fee, what it buys, and when it's worth it.
Interior Car Cleaning Cost
Interior-only detailing: vacuum, shampoo, leather, stains — priced by vehicle and condition.
Paint Correction Cost
Swirl mark and scratch removal: one-step vs multi-step, priced by vehicle and paint condition.
Ceramic Coating Cost
Ceramic coating by warranty years: DIY kit vs pro 1-year vs 5-year, with correction math.
Guides
How Much Does Car Detailing Cost
The 2026 answer by service level and vehicle — full table with add-ons and multipliers.
Detailing Price List Guide
How to build a detailing menu that survives slow months — with the 2026 market bands per service.
Start a Mobile Detailing Business
Startup costs, pricing, and the first-90-days playbook for mobile detailing.
Ceramic Coating vs Wax
Durability, cost-per-year, and effort — the honest comparison including the correction prerequisite.
Interior Detailing Checklist
The pro interior detail sequence — what $150 covers, and what the $350 tier adds.
What this site does — and what it does not
It does
- Price detailing services by vehicle class and condition — with the multipliers shown, not hidden.
- Itemize quotes so you can compare line by line instead of trusting "full detail $99".
- Keep every calculation in your browser; nothing you type is stored or sent.
It does not
- Replace a quote from the detailer who will actually touch your car.
- Cover extreme cases (biohazard, show-car paint) — those need in-person assessment.
- Set prices for any market — the bands are national averages; your city moves them.