This article walks you through the cost of abortion in Washington, breaking down prices, insurance coverage, financial help, and how to access care.

Abortion pill prices in Washington range from $0 with insurance to $650, depending on your provider, location, and financial assistance options. However, the cost of a medication abortion in Washington can be lower with insurance or through a virtual provider like Hey Jane.

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Will my insurance cover an abortion in Washington?

Most likely, yes! Private insurance and Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) can bring the cost of abortion care to as low as $0 depending on your plan.

Hey Jane patients who get treatment in Washington can use Aetna, Cigna, and Sana Benefits insurance plans to pay for their medication abortion. We're actively working to expand coverage.

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Does Medicaid cover abortion in Washington?

Yes. Washington Apple Health, the state’s Medicaid program, covers both medication abortions and in-person procedural abortions. In fact, Medicaid offers After Pregnancy Coverage (APC), or health care services for 12 months after a pregnancy ends. This includes pregnancies that end through abortion.

If you do not have Medicaid before becoming pregnant, you may be able to get pregnancy-related Medicaid which covers abortion. Learn more here.

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Can I get help paying for an abortion? 

Yes—abortion funds can cover the full or partial cost of treatment as well as travel if you're not able to get care locally. Learn more about abortion funds and how they might be able to help you get the care you need.

Cost should never be a barrier to abortion care. Hey Jane offers several ways to lower the cost of care, including:

• Insurance coverage that can bring cost as low as $0
• Income-based pricing for all patients paying out of pocket
• Using HSA or FSA accounts to pay for treatment
• Get care now and pay over time through Affirm
• Financial assistance from Hey Jane’s abortion fund partners

Insurance coverage is not required to get care with Hey Jane—you can also pay for care with Apple Pay, Google Pay, debit and credit card.

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Where can I get an abortion in Washington?

Abortion is legal throughout the state of Washington from big cities like Seattle and Spokane to more rural towns. Depending on factors like where you live in Washington and how far along your pregnancy is, you may have access to nearby in-person clinics. If not, you can travel to clinics somewhere else in the state, or opt for virtual care from a clinic like Hey Jane where you can consult with a licensed provider via chat or video call, have abortion pills mailed to you, and take treatment from the comfort of home.

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How to get an abortion at home in Washington

Hey Jane is the leading provider of at-home abortion care in the US. We offer medication abortion care for people who are at least 18 years old and are up to 10 weeks pregnant. You do not need to be a resident of Washington to get care with Hey Jane. 

If you’re eligible, our clinical care team will guide you through the process to receive FDA-approved abortion pills. Our fast turnaround times ensure the medications are delivered quickly to your door. We offer ongoing support from our clinical care team, 24/7 support for urgent medical needs, and helpful resources. We also provide financial assistance and accept patients regardless of immigration status.

What you need to know about Washington abortion laws

Abortion in Washington is legal until viability (24-26 weeks of pregnancy) as determined by a health care provider. After that, you can have an abortion if your life or health are at risk.

‍In 1970, Washington legalized abortion, and in 1991 added statutory protections to recognize abortion as a fundamental right. Since then, the state has continued to uphold the right to access safe and legal abortion services.

After Roe v. Wade was overturned, Washington state set aside $6 million in the 2023 fiscal year to abortion providers and low-income residents seeking care.

Washington abortion laws are constantly evolving. Stay up to date on the latest.

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How late can you get an abortion in Washington?

You can be prescribed abortion medication, a combination of mifepristone and misoprostol, up to 10 weeks after the first day of your last menstrual period. Estimate how far along your pregnancy is with our online calculator.

If your pregnancy is further along than that, you can get an elective in-clinic procedural abortion until fetal viability, which is the stage of pregnancy when a fetus has developed enough that it is able to survive outside the uterus with medical help. It usually happens around 24 to 26 weeks of pregnancy, but is determined by a physician on a case-by-case basis. Beyond that, abortion is only legal in Washington if the pregnant person’s life or health is at risk.

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Who can get an abortion in Washington?

Anyone with a uterus can get an abortion in Washington until the pregnancy is viable (usually 24-26 weeks into a pregnancy).

It’s also legal for non-Washington residents to get an abortion in Washington within this timeframe. If you live in a state where you’re unable to get an abortion, you can travel to Washington to get the care that you need. And, as a Washington resident, it’s legal for you to get an abortion in other states that permit abortion. 

College students, minors, and undocumented immigrants all have the right to get an abortion in Washington through these timeframes as well. If you’re under 18 years old, you do not need to notify a parent or guardian before moving forward with care.

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The abortion pill explained

The abortion pill is actually two medications taken separately—mifepristone and misoprostol. The first medication, mifepristone, blocks the pregnancy hormone (progesterone), which stops a pregnancy from growing. The second medication, misoprostol, causes cramping and bleeding to empty the uterus or womb. 

For some, this treatment can feel like a heavy period, but for others, it can feel much more intense. Everyone's experience is different.  

While the majority of abortions performed in the US are medication abortions, about 73% of adults don’t know about this option, and baseless lawsuits only serve to further confuse people.

Medication abortions are safe and highly effective

Medication abortion is very safe. Complications from this treatment are very uncommon— they occur in less than 1% of patients. When used correctly, the medications work up to 99.6% of the time. Read our guide on what to expect after taking abortion pills for more information.

Getting a medication abortion does not lower your chances of getting or staying pregnant in the future; it does not cause infertility or cause birth defects in a future pregnancy. In fact, you can get pregnant almost immediately after having an abortion.

That’s not all:

• The abortion pill is safer than Tylenol (acetaminophen)
• The abortion pill is safer than Viagra (sildenafil)
• Despite myths that say otherwise, having an abortion does not increase your risk for breast cancer and does not cause depression.

If you still have questions or need additional help, check out our resource center or FAQs for answers to commonly asked questions.

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How to find an abortion clinic in Washington

If you’re more than 10 weeks pregnant, or prefer to get an abortion in-person, there are some factors to keep in mind when searching for the right abortion clinic.  

1. First, calculate how far along you are in your pregnancy with our online estimator. Some clinics only offer abortion procedures up until a certain gestational age, so you’ll want to call to confirm that you’re eligible before scheduling. 

2. You may also want to consider the cost of an abortion in Washington, which is different for medication versus procedural.  

3. Beware of fake clinics! When searching for clinics online, use caution. You’ll want to avoid scheduling with a fake clinic, sometimes called a “crisis pregnancy center,” a type of organization that often appears clinical online and in-person, but are generally not medical clinics and are funded by anti-choice organizations aimed at preventing pregnant people from accessing abortion care. Horrible, we know. INeedAnA.com has a helpful search tool for locating real abortion clinics. 

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Abortion in Washington is safe and legal

And it’s a basic health care need for millions of people who can become pregnant. In fact, about 1 in 4 people with a uterus will have at least one abortion in their lifetime.

Right now, you can have an abortion for any reason in Washington until fetal viability, which is the stage of pregnancy when a fetus has developed enough that it is able to survive outside the uterus with extreme medical help. It usually happens around 24 to 26 weeks of pregnancy, but is determined by a physician on a case-by-case basis.

There are several ways to end a pregnancy, including in-clinic procedures and FDA-approved abortion pills which can be taken at home and have less than a 1% risk of complications. Factors like the gestational age of the fetus, your medical history, and your personal preferences will help determine which methods of abortion are best for your situation.

In pregnancies up to 10 weeks, medication abortion treatments can be completed at home through virtual providers like Hey Jane. After completing our secure intake process online, you’ll be connected with one of our licensed medical providers. If they determine you’re eligible for treatment, you’ll receive your medication within a few days in discreet packaging, plus anti-nausea medication and ibuprofen to help with any side effects. You’ll continue to have access to our expert and compassionate clinical care team for medical and emotional support along the way.

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Last updatd June 25, 2025