How Much Are Hearing Aids? | Hanover & South Weymouth-Based Hearing Expert Answers  

Working with a team of hearing health professionals allows you to have the support of experts who have helped thousands of people just like you reach their hearing goals.

One question our patients ask most often is “How much do hearing aids cost?” If you’re wondering this same thing, you’ve likely searched for answers with Google. I’m guessing that’s why you’re here! 

As you have likely noticed, many clinics guard their pricing closely, and it can be tough to find a direct answer. If you’re wondering why clinics don’t usually disclose this information outright, it’s not because they’re intentionally trying to keep you in the dark.  

But before we dive into the reasons it’s tough to find information on how much hearing care costs, I’ll answer your question directly. Hearing care plans start as low as $2,500 and range up to $7,000 for more premium options.  

The reason you won’t find this information on most hearing clinics’ websites is because hearing care is such a personal thing. It varies greatly from person to person. Let’s dive into why: 
 

#1—Hearing Aid Cost Depends on Many Individual Factors

How much you’ll spend on hearing aids depends on a number of factors. These include your medical history, your level of hearing loss, your lifestyle, and your personal preferences. 

This is the reason why most clinics require you to come in for a hearing test before they provide your options and pricing information. Hearing loss is an individual journey, as is your treatment.  

When you come into a clinic for your comprehensive hearing assessment, your Audiologist will get to know you on a personal level. This will allow them to present you with the best options for your unique situation. 

There are many hearing devices on the market today. While one person may prefer a completely invisible device, another person might be totally fine with a device that’s visible to the naked eye. Depending on what you’re looking for in a device, prices can vary quite a bit. 

#2—Hearing Care vs. Hearing Aids

Most people don’t understand the difference between hearing care and hearing aids. And this is a major challenge in the hearing care industry. 

When you invest in comprehensive hearing care, you’re investing in a life-changing result. Working with a team of hearing health professionals allows you to have the support of experts who have helped thousands of people just like you reach their hearing goals. And although a comprehensive hearing care plan may be more expensive than simply ordering a device from an online retailer, you get what you pay for in this situation. 

Odds are, your hearing aids will need maintenance and repairs at some point. You’ll want a dedicated team in your corner in the event that something goes wrong with your devices. 

When you understand the difference between hearing care and hearing aids and the value that hearing care provides, it doesn’t seem quite so expensive. 

A Friendly Warning From Us to You

As you research hearing aid prices online, you’ll likely come across various options from different retailers. You’ll likely find some budget-friendly options, too.  

But remember, purchasing hearing aids isn’t a decision that you should base on wanting to save money. Sure, you could order hearing aids online and fit them yourself, but it’s better to leave this to the professionals and ensure that your hearing health is placed in capable hands. 

Patients in the Hanover and South Weymouth areas trust South Shore Hearing Center with their hearing health because we have helped thousands of local patients hear the life that they love. We’ve built a strong reputation for delivering better hearing.  

We have one of the largest teams of advanced Doctors of Audiology in the state, and we take great pride in helping our patients make the best decisions for their long-term hearing health. Our Doctors of Audiology have over 75 years of combined experience. Plus, we have partnerships with all major manufacturers, so there are no limits as far as the hearing technology options available to you. 

You’ll be able to find plenty of online retailers selling hearing aids. Just remember that those lower prices come with a compromise, and make the best decision for you. 

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How We Can Help 

If you’re looking for a supportive team of Doctors of Audiology who will be there for you each step of your journey to better hearing, South Shore Hearing Center may be right for you.  

You can learn more about our services by clicking here, and if you feel that we may be able to help or you have any questions, then you can call us at our Hanover office at (781) 826-4711 or our South Weymouth office at (781) 337-6860.

Alternatively, you can request a callback by clicking here. 

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Jennifer G. Mayer, Au.D., CCC-A

Dr. Jennifer G. Mayer purchased South Shore Hearing Center in January 2016. She was born and raised in Swampscott, MA. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in speech and hearing in 1996 from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst and her Master’s degree in audiology from the Northeastern University in 1998. Dr. Mayer fulfilled her Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) in 1999 at Hear USA and Cape Cod Ear, Nose and Throat. Following her CFY, Dr. Mayer was a staff audiologist in various clinical settings, including Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. She joined the South Shore Hearing Center staff in 2006. Dr. Mayer obtained her Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) degree from the A.T. Still University, Arizona School of Health Sciences in 2008. Dr. Mayer’s specialties are diagnostic audiology, pediatric and adult amplification and educational audiology. Dr. Mayer is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She is licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Audiology and certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

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