What Surety Bond Costs in Bellevue — Low, High and Typical

Last updated October 5, 2026

Expect surety bond in Bellevue to land in the $7,261–$25,413 per job band. A typical project runs about $13,584.

The Washington market sets a baseline, but Bellevue neighbourhoods vary. Access, parking and the age of the building can each add to a surety bond bill.

Typical cost at a glance

United States planning figures, per job
Level	Price
Low	~$7,261
Typical	~$13,584
High	~$25,413

Cost by type

Type	Low	Typical	High
Baseline cost at the advertised rate	~$7,261	~$16,337	~$25,413
Best-qualified applicant scenario	~$5,954	~$14,794	~$23,634
Weaker-credit scenario	~$7,842	~$20,440	~$33,037
Origination and third-party fees	~$871	~$3,867	~$6,862
Shorter term with higher payment	~$7,406	~$18,697	~$29,987

All figures per job.

What Surety Bond typically costs

In Bellevue, the going range for surety bond runs from about $7,261 to $25,413 per job, centred near $13,584. Use the low end as your best case and the high end as your safety margin.

Budgeting for surety bond

Start your surety bond budget at $13,584 per job and adjust once you have written quotes. Planning around the midpoint, not the minimum, avoids unpleasant surprises.

How to compare quotes for surety bond

The gap between the highest and lowest quote for surety bond in Bellevue is usually explained by exclusions, not by one provider being cheaper. Put every quote against the same written scope before you decide.

Who sets surety bond prices

The number you pay for surety bond is decided by the provider you choose, not by an industry standard. Compare several and you are comparing their real costs and capacity.

What moves the price of surety bond

surety bond is priced job by job rather than off a fixed menu. That is why the same request can attract quotes near $7,261 and others near $25,413: the providers are pricing different assumptions about scope and risk.

Timing your surety bond

Seasonality is real for surety bond. Peak demand pushes quotes toward $25,413, while the quiet months give you more room to negotiate near $13,584 or lower.

Frequently asked questions

How much does surety bond cost?

Most surety bond falls between $7,261 and $25,413, with a typical figure near $13,584 per job. The low end is a straightforward job with no surprises; the high end covers complex scope, premium materials or urgent timing. In Bellevue, that is worth confirming with a local provider before you commit.

What affects the price of surety bond?

No single factor decides it — scope, materials, access and timing all move the total, and the biggest swings usually come from access and scheduling. The answer can shift with the Bellevue market, so check locally.

Is Surety Bond cheaper in smaller cities?

Often, but not always. Smaller markets can carry a travel or availability premium that offsets a lower local rate, so it is worth checking a nearby city before assuming the lowest published figure applies to you. It is worth testing that against a couple of quotes in Bellevue.

How many quotes should I get for surety bond?

Two or three written quotes are enough to see the real market range. Compare the same scope side by side, and ask each provider what is excluded and what would change the price after the quote is accepted. Local providers in Bellevue can confirm how that applies to your area.

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These are planning ranges drawn from public price data and market research. They are not a quote, an offer or financial advice, and your actual price depends on the provider, the location and the scope of the work.