HRT cost by medication type (2026)
The form of HRT you use has the biggest impact on monthly cost. Generic transdermal patches (estradiol) are the most affordable — pharmacies like GoodRx price these as low as $15–$40/month for the medication itself. Telehealth platforms that prescribe patches add a consultation fee, bringing the real monthly cost to $30–$75.
Oral estradiol and progesterone are similarly priced when using generic formulations. Combination pill packs run $30–$60/month through most telehealth providers.
Compounded bioidentical hormones cost more because they are custom-formulated. Programs using compounded estradiol, progesterone, or testosterone creams typically run $100–$200/month for the medication plus consult.
- Generic patches / oral estrogen: $30–$75/month via telehealth
- Compounded bioidentical cream programs: $100–$200/month
- Pellet insertion: $300–$600 per procedure, 2–3× per year ($600–$1,800/year)
- Vaginal estrogen (Vagifem, generic): $20–$50/month separately