How much do Eyeglasses cost?
The average cost of eyeglasses is around $200. Your new eyeglasses will be made up of different parts all of which affect the price.
The Frame Cost
The Lens Cost
The Lens Enhancements
The costs of eyeglasses can range depending on your prescription type and what benefits you want and need out of your next pair. Impact resistant lens materials such as Trivex or Polycarbonate will cost more than a more basic material used to make your prescription lenses. Lens enhancements to improve visibility such as nonglare, polarization, or more advanced technology in progressive lens designs can also increase the price.
Higher quality frame designs and eyeglasses created from top designers will also cost more than a generic frame. Here is a list of of options that can increase the final cost of your eyeglasses.
What the Frame is Made of and how?
Stainless Steel vs Titanium
Handmade vs Mass Produced
Additional Tumbling and Polishing versus Quick Finishes or Printing
Fine details such as coining, etching, engraving, keep sakes, and more.
What the lenses are made of
Basic Plastic vs Trivex
The Lens Type or Designs
Single Vision Lenses vs Progressive Lenses
Lens Enhancements
Photochromic (Transition) Lenses
Nonglare (Anti-Glare) Lenses
Blue Light Lenses
Scratch Resistance + Warranty
Polarized Lenses
Thinner Lenses