How much does a locksmith cost in Florida?
Updated November 5, 2026 · HireAnyPro cost guide for Florida homeowners
Short answer: house or car lockout typically costs $75–$250 in Florida in 2026. Prices for 5 common jobs are below. These are planning estimates, not quotes: the only way to know your price is to compare written quotes from local pros.
Locksmith prices in Florida (2026)
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| House or car lockout | $75–$250 |
| Rekey locks (per lock, plus service call) | $20–$50 |
| Replace a deadbolt or entry lock | $150–$400 |
| Smart lock installation | $150–$400 |
| Car key fob replacement and programming | $150–$500 |
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Typical in Florida: House or car lockout $75–$250 (2026 estimate). See the Locksmith cost guide →
What changes the price
- Time of day (nights and weekends cost more)
- Lock grade and brand
- Car make and key type
- Travel distance
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- Ask for the total price on the phone, including the service call.
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What is different in Florida
Rekeying after moving into a new home or a vacation rental changeover is one of the most common Florida locksmith jobs. See also: how to check a contractor license in Florida.
Prices by city
The same Florida ranges, with how many locksmith pros HireAnyPro lists in each city. Only cities with at least 3 listings are linked.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a locksmith cost in Florida?
It depends on the job. House or car lockout typically costs $75–$250 in Florida in 2026. Rekey locks (per lock, plus service call): $20–$50. Replace a deadbolt or entry lock: $150–$400.
Is it cheaper to rekey or replace locks?
Rekeying is usually cheaper: about $20–$50 per lock plus the service call, versus $150–$400 to replace an entry lock.
Why do quotes vary so much?
The biggest factors are time of day (nights and weekends cost more); lock grade and brand; car make and key type. Getting 3 written quotes for the same scope is the best way to see the real local price.
How do I get a free quote from locksmith pros near me?
Use the HireAnyPro quote form on this page or on your city page: pick your city and describe the job, and up to 3 local locksmith pros can reply. It is free and there is no obligation.
How we estimate: ranges are typical installed prices for Florida homes in 2026. On 2026-11-05 we checked each guide’s headline job against at least two public sources (Angi, HomeGuide, Fixr, EnergySage, and Florida contractor guides where available) and logged sources in our cost-sources file; secondary jobs use those guides or a related planning estimate. South Florida and resort areas tend to sit at the high end, North Florida and the Panhandle at the low end. Prices are not quotes and change with materials, season and storms. See Sources below.
Sources
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