A complete brake pad replacement on most cars runs $250–$540 once parts and labor are added together. Adding rotors brings the total to $450–$1,000 depending on the vehicle and the quality of parts used.
Watch for these common upsells: "free brake inspection" turning into mandatory caliper service, cheap pads with a markup, and 'we have to do all four corners' when the rear pads still have 60% life left.
A trustworthy shop will show you the worn parts, give you a written estimate, and explain what's strictly necessary now vs. what can wait until next service.