Januvia costs $36 to $682 a month without insurance in 2026
Januvia costs $36 to $682 a month without insurance in 2026. The gap is large because retail prices are high and coupons cut them a lot. GoodRx lists a coupon price of $38.13 against an average retail price of $297.15. Drugs.com lists 30 tablets at $330.24 for any strength. SingleCare puts the average retail price at $681.99 for 30 tablets of 100 mg. The pharmacy you pick changes the price more than anything else.
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 a coupon price of $38.13, a lowest price of $36.13, and an average retail price of $297.15 for 30 days. |
| Drugs.com | Drugs.com lists 30 tablets at $330.24, 90 tablets at $974.93 and 100 tablets at $1,082.38, for the 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg tablets. |
| SingleCare | SingleCare says the average retail price is $681.99 for 30 tablets of 100 mg, with store prices from $393.00 at CVS to $732.00 at Walgreens. |
Januvia price by way to pay
| Way to pay | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Average retail, 30 days | $297.15 | GoodRx |
| GoodRx coupon, 30 days | $38.13 | GoodRx |
| GoodRx at Walgreens, 30 days | $96.26 | GoodRx |
| Cash, 30 tablets, any strength | $330.24 | Drugs.com |
| Cash, 90 tablets, any strength | $974.93 | Drugs.com |
| Average retail, 30 tablets of 100 mg | $681.99 | SingleCare |
| Retail at CVS, 30 tablets of 100 mg | $393.00 | SingleCare |
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 |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy | Prices for the same 30 tablets vary a lot. GoodRx lists $96.26 at Walgreens and $127.13 at Kroger, while its lowest price is $36.13. |
| Coupons and memberships | A free discount card can cut the price by more than 80 percent. GoodRx says its coupon saves 87 percent off retail. |
| Quantity | A 90 day fill costs more in total but less per pill. Drugs.com lists 90 tablets at $974.93, or $10.83 each. |
| Strength | On Drugs.com the 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg tablets cost the same, at $330.24 for 30 tablets. |
| Cash or insurance | Cash prices ignore your plan. A plan copay can be far lower, so compare both before you pay. |
What the price includes
The price covers the tablets only, usually a 30 day supply of one tablet a day. It does not cover the doctor visit, blood sugar tests, test strips, or other diabetes drugs such as metformin. Some people take Januvia with other medicines, and each one adds its own cost. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Most commercial plans and Medicare Part D plans cover Januvia, but the copay depends on the plan tier. Some plans want you to try metformin first. Cash prices ignore your plan, so compare your copay with a coupon price before you pay at the counter. If you use a coupon, the cost may not count toward your deductible. Ask your pharmacist to run both prices. If your plan denies the drug, your doctor can file an appeal or ask for a prior approval.
When a doctor orders it
A doctor may order Januvia for adults with type 2 diabetes when diet, exercise and other medicine do not keep blood sugar in range. It is taken by mouth once a day. It is not for type 1 diabetes. Your doctor will check your kidney health and your A1C blood test before the first prescription and after that on a regular schedule.
How to judge your quote
- Ask for the cash price and the coupon price at the same pharmacy.
- Check at least four pharmacies, since prices differ by hundreds of dollars.
- Ask whether a 90 day fill lowers the price per pill.
- Ask your doctor if a cheaper drug would work as well.
- Compare the total with the range above: $36 to $682 per month for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Use a free discount card from GoodRx or SingleCare. GoodRx lists a coupon price of $38.13 against retail near $297.
- Compare at least four pharmacies. SingleCare shows one 7 tablet fill ranging from $39.17 at CVS to $305.00 at Food Lion.
- Ask your doctor about cheaper diabetes drugs that work the same way or are generic.
- Ask the maker about a patient help program if you have a low income. Your doctor's office can help you apply.
- Ask if a 90 day fill is cheaper per pill at your pharmacy, since retail prices drop with bigger fills.
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 does Januvia cost without insurance?
The retail price runs from $297.15 on GoodRx to $681.99 on SingleCare for 30 days. With a coupon, GoodRx lists $38.13.
Is there a generic for Januvia?
GoodRx says there are no generic alternatives for Januvia at this time. Ask your pharmacist or doctor whether other sitagliptin products are sold.
Does the strength change the price?
Not on Drugs.com. The 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg tablets all list at $330.24 for 30 tablets.
Where is Januvia cheapest?
It changes by store. GoodRx lists its lowest price at $36.13, and SingleCare lists CVS at $393.00 against $732.00 at Walgreens for retail.
Can I get Januvia for free?
Some people may. The maker may have a patient help program for those who qualify by income. Ask your doctor's office.