Cost guide · 2026
Septic tank pumping cost
A routine septic pump-out typically runs $195–$650. The exact price depends on your tank size, how long it's been, access, and where you live. Estimate your interval, then check local ranges by county.
What drives the price
- Tank size — 750–2,000+ gallons; bigger tanks hold more and cost more to empty.
- Time since last pump — heavier sludge takes longer and may need extra water.
- Access — buried or hard-to-locate lids add labor; risers save money long-term.
- Add-ons — inspection, filter cleaning, or baffle repair raise the total.
- Urgency — emergency and after-hours calls carry a premium.
Pump-frequency estimator
Estimated pumping interval
every 4 years
A rule-of-thumb estimate based on tank size and household load. Garbage disposals, water softeners, and heavy use shorten the interval. Most counties recommend an inspection at least every 3 years.
Typical pump-out cost by tank size
National ballpark for a routine residential pump-out. Access, sludge level, and add-ons move the price.
750 gal
$250–$400
1,000 gal
$300–$500
1,250 gal
$350–$575
1,500 gal
$400–$650
2,000 gal
$500–$800
$0$900
Local pumping cost by county
Escambia County, FL
$300–$575
Santa Rosa County, FL
$300–$575
Okaloosa County, FL
$300–$575
Bay County, FL
$300–$575
Leon County, FL
$290–$525
Alachua County, FL
$295–$525
Marion County, FL
$195–$500
Duval County, FL
$300–$560
Clay County, FL
$300–$560
St. Johns County, FL
$300–$560
Lake County, FL
$300–$600
Orange County, FL
$300–$575
Seminole County, FL
$300–$575
Osceola County, FL
$300–$575
Polk County, FL
$300–$575
Hernando County, FL
$310–$600
Pasco County, FL
$250–$600
Pinellas County, FL
$310–$600
Hillsborough County, FL
$310–$600
Manatee County, FL
$310–$600
Sarasota County, FL
$310–$600
Charlotte County, FL
$310–$600
Lee County, FL
$310–$600
Collier County, FL
$310–$600
Brevard County, FL
$305–$590
Volusia County, FL
$300–$500
Indian River County, FL
$305–$590
St. Lucie County, FL
$305–$590
Miami-Dade County, FL
$325–$625
Broward County, FL
$325–$625
Palm Beach County, FL
$325–$625
Harris County, TX
$255–$400
Dallas County, TX
$300–$500
Tarrant County, TX
$300–$500
Bexar County, TX
$250–$400
Travis County, TX
$300–$550
Collin County, TX
$300–$500
Denton County, TX
$300–$500
Hidalgo County, TX
$250–$400
El Paso County, TX
$275–$450
Fort Bend County, TX
$255–$400
Montgomery County, TX
$300–$525
Williamson County, TX
$300–$500
Cameron County, TX
$250–$400
Brazoria County, TX
$255–$400
Bell County, TX
$300–$500
Nueces County, TX
$250–$400
Galveston County, TX
$255–$400
Lubbock County, TX
$275–$450
Webb County, TX
$250–$400
McLennan County, TX
$300–$500
Jefferson County, TX
$255–$400
Hays County, TX
$328–$430
Brazos County, TX
$300–$500
Smith County, TX
$275–$425
Ellis County, TX
$300–$500
Johnson County, TX
$300–$500
Midland County, TX
$275–$450
Guadalupe County, TX
$300–$500
Ector County, TX
$275–$450
Comal County, TX
$300–$600
Parker County, TX
$300–$550
Alamance County, NC
$300–$600
Brunswick County, NC
$275–$525
Buncombe County, NC
$325–$650
Cabarrus County, NC
$300–$600
Catawba County, NC
$300–$600
Cleveland County, NC
$325–$650
Craven County, NC
$275–$525
Cumberland County, NC
$275–$525
Davidson County, NC
$300–$600
Durham County, NC
$300–$600
Forsyth County, NC
$300–$600
Gaston County, NC
$300–$600
Guilford County, NC
$300–$600
Harnett County, NC
$275–$525
Henderson County, NC
$325–$650
Iredell County, NC
$300–$600
Johnston County, NC
$275–$525
Lincoln County, NC
$300–$600
Mecklenburg County, NC
$300–$600
Moore County, NC
$300–$600
Nash County, NC
$275–$525
New Hanover County, NC
$275–$525
Onslow County, NC
$275–$525
Orange County, NC
$300–$600
Pitt County, NC
$275–$525
Randolph County, NC
$300–$600
Robeson County, NC
$275–$525
Rowan County, NC
$300–$600
Union County, NC
$300–$600
Wake County, NC
$300–$600
Wayne County, NC
$275–$525
Fulton County, GA
$275–$450
Gwinnett County, GA
$275–$450
Cobb County, GA
$275–$450
DeKalb County, GA
$275–$450
Clayton County, GA
$275–$450
Chatham County, GA
$225–$400
Cherokee County, GA
$275–$450
Forsyth County, GA
$275–$450
Henry County, GA
$275–$450
Muscogee County, GA
$225–$400
Richmond County, GA
$225–$400
Hall County, GA
$275–$450
Paulding County, GA
$275–$450
Houston County, GA
$225–$400
Columbia County, GA
$225–$400
Bibb County, GA
$225–$400
Coweta County, GA
$275–$450
Douglas County, GA
$275–$450
Clarke County, GA
$275–$450
Carroll County, GA
$275–$450
Fayette County, GA
$275–$450
Lowndes County, GA
$225–$400
Newton County, GA
$275–$450
Bartow County, GA
$275–$475
Floyd County, GA
$275–$475
Walton County, GA
$275–$450
Rockdale County, GA
$275–$450
Dougherty County, GA
$225–$400
Glynn County, GA
$225–$400
Barrow County, GA
$275–$450
Whitfield County, GA
$275–$475
Anderson County, TN
$275–$575
Blount County, TN
$275–$575
Bradley County, TN
$275–$575
Carter County, TN
$275–$575
Coffee County, TN
$275–$550
Cumberland County, TN
$275–$550
Davidson County, TN
$275–$550
Dickson County, TN
$275–$550
Greene County, TN
$275–$575
Hamblen County, TN
$275–$575
Hamilton County, TN
$275–$575
Hawkins County, TN
$275–$575
Jefferson County, TN
$275–$575
Knox County, TN
$275–$575
Loudon County, TN
$275–$575
Madison County, TN
$250–$500
Maury County, TN
$275–$550
McMinn County, TN
$275–$575
Montgomery County, TN
$275–$550
Putnam County, TN
$275–$550
Roane County, TN
$275–$575
Robertson County, TN
$275–$550
Rutherford County, TN
$275–$550
Sevier County, TN
$275–$550
Shelby County, TN
$250–$500
Sullivan County, TN
$275–$575
Sumner County, TN
$275–$550
Tipton County, TN
$250–$500
Washington County, TN
$275–$575
Williamson County, TN
$275–$550
Wilson County, TN
$275–$550
FAQ
How much does it cost to pump a septic tank?
Most homeowners pay $195–$650 to pump a residential septic tank, depending on tank size, how full it is, and local rates. Larger 1,500–2,000 gallon tanks and difficult access cost more.
How often should a septic tank be pumped?
Every 3–5 years for a typical household, more often for larger families or smaller tanks. Use the estimator above for your situation.
What makes septic pumping more expensive?
Tank size, time since last service, heavy solids, hard-to-reach lids, and emergency/after-hours calls. Repairs and drainfield work cost substantially more than routine pumping.