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Kenosha, WI

Radiator Replacement Cost in Kenosha, WI (2026)

Updated 2026 · localized estimate

Homeowners in Kenosha, WI usually pay between $500 and $1,500 to replace a radiator, averaging about $975. That places local pricing about 1% below the U.S. average for this project.

Typical Radiator Replacement in Kenosha
$500 - $1,500
$500
Low
$975
Average
$1,500
High

Why Radiator Replacement costs differ in Kenosha

Midwestern labor rates generally sit near or below the national average, which usually keeps installed quotes competitive. With a local cost index close to the national baseline, labor-driven work here tracks accordingly - which is why our estimate for Kenosha differs from a flat national number.

In Kenosha, WI, pricing for this work runs close to the national baseline - about 1% below the U.S. average. Scope, material grade, and site access will move your final number inside the range shown above.

EstimateLowAverageHigh
Kenosha (localized)$500$975$1,500
U.S. national average$500$1,000$1,500

Labor vs. materials in Kenosha

On a typical radiator replacement in Kenosha, WI, here is roughly how the average of $975 divides between labor and parts. Because local wages drive the labor line, this split is a big part of why pricing in Kenosha differs from other metros.

ComponentEstimated costShare
Labor$45045%
Parts & materials$55055%

What affects the price

Radiator replacement covers the new radiator, coolant, and labor. Cost depends on engine layout, part type, and whether hoses or the fan assembly are replaced too.

Tips for Kenosha homeowners

Make sure any Kenosha contractor you hire for radiator replacement is licensed and insured for the work, and ask for recent local references. The lowest bid is rarely the best value if the job has to be redone.

Radiator Replacement in Kenosha: FAQ

How much does Radiator Replacement cost in Kenosha, WI?
In Kenosha, WI, Radiator Replacement typically costs $500 to $1,500, averaging about $975. Your exact cost depends on scope and the provider - get two or three local quotes.
Is Radiator Replacement more expensive in Kenosha, WI than the U.S. average?
No, in Kenosha, WI it runs about 1% below the national average, thanks to lower local labor rates.
Signs of a bad radiator?
Overheating, coolant leaks, or low coolant with no obvious external cause.
How long does replacement take?
Most radiator swaps take 2-3 hours of labor.
Should hoses be replaced too?
If they're old or brittle, replacing hoses during the job avoids a repeat repair.

Radiator Replacement prices near Kenosha

How Radiator Replacement pricing in Kenosha, WI compares with nearby metros:

CityTypical average
Kenosha, WI (this page)$975
Milwaukee, WI$975View
Madison, WI$975View
Green Bay, WI$975View

Related project costs in Kenosha

Estimates are localized for Kenosha, WI using our regional cost index and 2026 national baselines. They are informational, not quotes. See our methodology.