Mounjaro costs $995 to $1,300 a month in 2026
Mounjaro costs about $1,080 a month at list price in 2026. That is one box of four weekly pens. Without insurance, most people pay $995 to $1,300 at the pharmacy. Every dose strength costs the same, so moving up to a higher dose does not raise the bill. With commercial insurance that covers it, the Lilly savings card can drop the price to $25 a month. Eden Health lists the cash price at $995 to $1,300 a month and a list price of $1,112 for four pens.
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 |
|---|---|
| Eden Health | Eden Health lists the cash price at $995 to $1,300 a month and a list price of $1,112 for four pens. |
| FairVisitHealth | FairVisitHealth lists Mounjaro at $1,023 to $1,200 a month without insurance. |
| Ivy Rx | Ivy Rx lists a list price of $1,080 to $1,113 for 28 days and discount card prices of $935 to $1,062. |
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Whether your insurance covers it | Most plans only cover Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes, not for weight loss. |
| The pharmacy | Cash prices run from about $995 at warehouse pharmacies to $1,300 at some chains. |
| Discount cards | GoodRx and SingleCare bring the cash price to about $935 to $1,062. |
| The Lilly savings card | It is $25 a month only with commercial insurance that covers the drug. Without coverage it can lower the price to about $499 for one month. |
| Medicare | Mounjaro has a negotiated Medicare price in effect for 2026. |
What the price includes
The price covers a 28 day supply, four prefilled pens, one for each weekly shot. It does not cover the doctor visit, blood work, or follow up appointments. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Many plans cover Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes. Most plans do not cover it when it is only for weight loss. Your plan may ask for a prior approval, which means your doctor must show why you need it. Some plans want you to try a cheaper drug first. If your plan covers it, the Lilly savings card can bring the price down to as little as $25 a month. Without coverage, the card can still lower the price for one fill. Call your plan and ask about your drug tier and your deductible before you go to the pharmacy.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if your plan covers Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes. Many plans do not cover it for weight loss.
- Ask for the cash price at three pharmacies before you fill.
- Ask if you can use the Lilly savings card with your plan or without it.
- A fair cash price for one box of four pens is near the list price, not far above it.
- Compare the total with the range above: $995 to $1,300 per month for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask your doctor if Zepbound fits. It is the same drug (tirzepatide) and Lilly sells it in vials from about $299 to $499 a month without insurance.
- Check if your plan covers Mounjaro for diabetes. If it does, the savings card takes it to $25.
- Price it at three pharmacies with a GoodRx or SingleCare coupon before you fill.
- If your insurance does not cover it, ask about the Lilly savings card anyway. Some people get a $499 month.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Eden Health, FairVisitHealth and Ivy Rx. 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 Mounjaro cost a month?
Without insurance, most people pay about $995 to $1,300 for four pens. The list price is about $1,080.
Does a higher dose cost more?
No. The brand price stays the same for every dose strength, from the lowest to the highest.
Can I pay less than the cash price?
Yes. Discount cards can bring the price to about $935 to $1,062. The Lilly savings card can lower it more if you qualify.
Is there a cheaper option?
Zepbound is the same drug, and Lilly sells it in vials from about $299 a month for the lowest dose. Ask your doctor if it fits.