Saxenda costs $372 to $1,899 for a carton of five pens without insurance in 2026
Saxenda costs $372 to $1,899 for one carton of five pens without insurance in 2026. The pharmacy you pick moves the price a lot. GoodRx lists $372.45 at Walgreens and $1,241 at Costco, with an average retail price of $1,250.19. Drugs.com lists a cash price near $1,326. SingleCare lists a no discount price of $1,898.74. A coupon can cut the cost by more than half, so always compare before you pay.
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 Saxenda from $372.45 at Walgreens, with an average retail price of $1,250.19 and $1,241 at Costco. |
| Drugs.com | Drugs.com lists a cash price of $1,325.62 for a 15 mL supply of Saxenda 18 mg/3 mL. |
| SingleCare | SingleCare lists an average retail cost of $1,898.74 for five 3 mL pens, and generic liraglutide at $121.50 to $307.59 a month. |
Saxenda price by way to pay
| Way to pay | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Average retail price, 5 pens | $1,250.19 | GoodRx |
| GoodRx price at Walgreens | $372.45 | GoodRx |
| GoodRx price at Walmart | $732.12 | GoodRx |
| GoodRx price at Costco | $1,241 | GoodRx |
| Cash price, 15 mL | $1,325.62 | Drugs.com |
| No discount price, 5 pens | $1,898.74 | SingleCare |
| Generic liraglutide, one month | $121.50 to $307.59 | 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 chosen | The same carton is $372.45 at Walgreens and $1,241 at Costco on GoodRx. Prices differ by store, so check several before you fill. |
| Coupon or discount card | GoodRx, SingleCare and Drugs.com cards all cut the cash price. The no coupon price is often three to five times higher. |
| Dose and pens per month | Saxenda comes in a carton of five 3 mL pens. A higher dose uses pens faster, so you may need more cartons each month. |
| Insurance or copay card | Eligible people with commercial insurance may pay as little as $0 with a maker program. Cash payers do not get that card. |
| Generic liraglutide | SingleCare lists a generic version at $121.50 to $307.59 for a month at some stores. A generic can cost far less than the brand. |
What the price includes
The price is for one carton of five Saxenda pens, each 18 mg in 3 mL. It covers the drug only. It does not include the doctor visit, lab tests or pen needles. Ask the pharmacy if needles are in the price. Weight loss plans, coaching or follow up visits cost extra. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Some plans cover Saxenda for weight loss, but many do not. Coverage often needs a prior approval and a note from your doctor. If your plan covers it, a maker copay card may cut your cost to as little as $0 a month, says Drugs.com. You must have commercial insurance to use it. Medicare and Medicaid rules differ, so call your plan first. If you pay cash, use a discount card. The HealthWell Foundation lists help with copays for some people. Ask your plan what you must try first.
How to judge your quote
- Ask for the price of a full carton of five pens, not one pen.
- Compare the cash price with a GoodRx or SingleCare coupon price.
- Ask if pen needles are included in the price.
- Ask if a generic liraglutide fits your dose and costs less.
- Compare the total with the range above: $372 to $1,899 per carton for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Compare at least three pharmacies on GoodRx or SingleCare. The same carton ranged from $372.45 to $1,241 on GoodRx.
- Sign up for the SingleCare membership. Its page shows lower prices with signup, such as $105.50 for one pen at CVS.
- Ask your doctor if generic liraglutide fits your plan. SingleCare shows generic prices from $121.50 to $307.59 a month.
- If you have commercial insurance, ask about the maker copay card. Drugs.com says eligible people may pay as little as $0 a month.
- Look at the HealthWell Foundation program listed on Drugs.com. It may help with copays and coinsurance if you qualify.
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 Saxenda cost without insurance?
GoodRx lists $372.45 to $1,241 for a carton, and an average retail price of $1,250.19. SingleCare lists $1,898.74 with no discount. Your price depends on the store and coupon.
Where is Saxenda cheapest?
On GoodRx, Walgreens was lowest at $372.45. Walmart was $732.12 and Costco was $1,241. Prices change, so check again before you fill.
Is there a generic for Saxenda?
SingleCare lists generic liraglutide at $121.50 to $307.59 for a month at some pharmacies. Ask your doctor if it matches your dose. GoodRx did not list a generic on its Saxenda page.
Can I get a Saxenda copay card?
Drugs.com says eligible people with commercial insurance may pay as little as $0 a month. People paying cash do not qualify for that card.
How many pens come in one carton?
A carton has five 3 mL pens, each 18 mg per 3 mL. GoodRx and SingleCare both price this carton.