Basic
$233 – $856 each
Standard-efficiency window unit sized to the room, rotary knob controls, mounting kit, side curtains and foam sealing

Supply and install one window air conditioner (5,000-18,000 BTU), including mounting kit, sealing and setup; no new circuit.
Window Air Conditioner in New Orleans, Louisiana typically costs $275 to $1,007 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in New Orleans are 9.0% lower than the national average for window air conditioner.
National average: $300 – $1,100 each
$233 – $856 each
Standard-efficiency window unit sized to the room, rotary knob controls, mounting kit, side curtains and foam sealing
$275 – $1,007 each
Energy-rated window unit sized to the room, digital thermostat with remote and timer, support bracket and foam sealing
$343 – $1,259 each
Inverter window unit sized to the room with low-noise operation and app control, support bracket, insulated side panels
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $127 – $465 | each |
| Labor | labor | $91 – $335 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $34 – $124 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $23 – $83 | each |

White window air conditioner installed in a double-hung window with white trim
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Window air conditioner in a window beside curtains inside a room
Material costs in New Orleans run proportionally higher than labor, which may favor labor-intensive approaches.
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