Adderall costs $17 to $57 a month without insurance in 2026
Adderall costs $17 to $57 a month without insurance in 2026 when you buy the generic with a coupon. Brand Adderall costs far more, about $919 to $1,261. The dose, the number of pills, and the pharmacy all move the price. GoodRx lists generic amphetamine salts from $16.99 for 30 tablets of 20 mg. SingleCare lists $27.13 to $56.98 for 60 tablets of 20 mg. Drugs.com lists brand Adderall at $1,261.49 for 100 tablets. Cash prices change often, so check before you go.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| GoodRx | GoodRx lists generic Adderall at $16.99 for 30 tablets of 20 mg and $33.27 for 60 tablets of 15 mg, against a retail price near $55.31. |
| Drugs.com | Drugs.com lists brand Adderall at $1,261.49 for 100 tablets, or $12.61 a tablet. |
| SingleCare | SingleCare lists brand Adderall at about $919.06 for 60 tablets of 20 mg and the generic at $27.13 to $56.98 for the same fill. |
Adderall price by way to pay
| Way to pay | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brand Adderall, 100 tablets | $1,261.49 | Drugs.com |
| Brand Adderall, 60 tablets of 20 mg | $919.06 | SingleCare |
| Generic, 30 tablets of 20 mg, GoodRx price | $16.99 | GoodRx |
| Generic, 60 tablets of 30 mg, GoodRx price | $30.15 | GoodRx |
| Generic, 60 tablets of 20 mg at Kroger | $27.13 | SingleCare |
| Generic, 60 tablets of 20 mg at Costco | $56.98 | SingleCare |
| Generic at Walgreens with GoodRx Companion | $9.00 | GoodRx |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Brand or generic | Brand Adderall costs hundreds of dollars for one fill. The generic costs a small part of that, so ask for the generic unless your doctor says no. |
| Dose and pill count | A fill of 60 tablets costs more than a fill of 30 tablets. Strengths can also have different cash prices, even for the same drug. |
| Pharmacy | The same fill can cost $27.13 at Kroger and $56.98 at Costco, so prices swing by store. Compare a few stores near you before you fill. |
| Coupon or discount card | A GoodRx or SingleCare coupon often cuts the cash price by more than half. Without a coupon, the retail price is much higher. |
| Instant release or extended release | Adderall XR is a different product with its own price. The numbers on this page are for the plain tablets. |
What the price includes
The price covers the pills in the bottle and the pharmacy fill. It does not cover the doctor visit you need for a prescription. Adderall is a controlled drug, so you may need a new prescription each month and may pay for visits or tests. Some pharmacies charge a small signup or membership fee for a savings program. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Many health plans cover generic Adderall. Your plan may ask for prior approval, and some limit how many pills you get. Brand Adderall may cost more on your plan or may not be covered. Ask your plan which one it covers and what your copay is. Sometimes the coupon price is lower than the copay. You cannot use a discount coupon and insurance on the same fill, so ask the pharmacist to price it both ways. Medicare Part D plans may cover it, but the cost depends on your plan.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if the quote is for brand or generic.
- Ask the price for the exact dose and pill count.
- Compare the cash price with your plan copay.
- Check at two or three stores before you pay.
- Compare the total with the range above: $17 to $57 per month for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for generic amphetamine and dextroamphetamine salts. GoodRx lists it from $16.99 for 30 tablets of 20 mg, while brand costs much more.
- Use a free coupon from GoodRx or SingleCare. SingleCare lists a $3 signup bonus on some fills, which can take a bit more off the price.
- Compare stores. SingleCare shows 60 tablets of 20 mg from $27.13 at Kroger up to $56.98 at Costco, so a short drive can save money.
- Try the GoodRx Companion price at some stores. GoodRx lists $9.00 at Walgreens and $21.96 at CVS with it for the generic.
- Ask your doctor if a different strength or fill size is fine. Different strengths can have different cash prices at the same store.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from GoodRx, Drugs.com and SingleCare. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much is Adderall without insurance?
The generic costs about $17 to $57 a month with a coupon. Brand Adderall costs about $919 to $1,261. Prices depend on dose and store.
Is generic Adderall cheaper than brand?
Yes, by a lot. GoodRx lists the generic from $16.99 for 30 tablets of 20 mg. Drugs.com lists brand at $1,261.49 for 100 tablets.
Which pharmacy has the lowest Adderall price?
It changes by store. SingleCare lists 60 tablets of 20 mg at $27.13 at Kroger and $56.98 at Costco. GoodRx lists $9.00 at Walgreens with its Companion price.
Do coupons work for Adderall?
Yes. Free coupons from GoodRx and SingleCare cut the cash price on the generic. You use them instead of insurance for that fill.
Why does the price change by dose?
Each strength and pill count has its own cash price. GoodRx lists $16.99 for 30 tablets of 20 mg and $33.27 for 60 tablets of 15 mg.