Taltz costs $7,456 to $9,365 per pen without insurance in 2026
Taltz costs $7,456 to $9,365 per pen without insurance in 2026. SingleCare lists the standard price at $9,364.68 for one 1 mL pen of 80 mg and $7,458.85 with its card. Drugs.com lists $7,455.60 for one pen or syringe. Your first dose may need two pens, so the first month can cost more. Eli Lilly offers a savings card that can cut the cost to $5 or $25 for people who qualify.
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 the Taltz Savings Card at as little as $5 per 28-day supply with commercial insurance, and says Lilly Cares gives the medicine at no cost to eligible patients. |
| Drugs.com | Drugs.com lists Taltz at $7,455.60 for one 1 mL autoinjector or syringe and $14,903.28 for two. |
| SingleCare | SingleCare lists a standard price of $9,364.68 and a card price of $7,458.85 for one 1 mL pen of 80 mg. |
Taltz price by way to pay (80 mg pen or syringe)
| Way to pay | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Standard price, one pen | $9,364.68 | SingleCare |
| SingleCare card, one pen | $7,458.85 | SingleCare |
| One autoinjector or syringe | $7,455.60 | Drugs.com |
| Two autoinjectors | $14,903.28 | Drugs.com |
| Three autoinjectors | $22,350.98 | Drugs.com |
| Savings Card, commercial insurance, per 28 days | As little as $5 | GoodRx |
| Savings Card, insured but not covered, per 28 days | As little as $25 | 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 |
|---|---|
| List price or card price | SingleCare lists $9,364.68 standard and $7,458.85 with its card for one 80 mg pen. The card saves about $1,900 per pen. |
| Number of pens | Drugs.com lists $7,455.60 for one pen, $14,903.28 for two and $22,350.98 for three. Cost grows with each pen you fill. |
| Pen or syringe | Drugs.com lists the autoinjector and the prefilled syringe at the same $7,455.60 for 1 mL, so the form does not change the price. |
| Pharmacy access | SingleCare says Taltz has limited availability and is not at most pharmacies. You may need a specialty pharmacy, which can change what you pay. |
| Savings card | GoodRx lists the Taltz Savings Card at as little as $5 per 28-day supply with commercial insurance. It has a $9,450 yearly cap. |
What the price includes
The price is for the drug only, in a 1 mL pen or syringe of 80 mg. A dose plan often needs more than one pen in the first weeks, so ask how many you need. The price does not cover the doctor visit, lab tests or injection training. Specialty pharmacies may add shipping or fees. Check the quote for the count you need. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Does insurance cover it
Many plans cover Taltz, but most ask for approval first, and it often comes from a specialty pharmacy. Your cost depends on your plan. GoodRx lists a Taltz Savings Card at as little as $5 per 28-day supply for commercial insurance. It has a $9,450 yearly cap and ends 12/31/2026. People with Medicare or other government plans may not qualify for the card, so read the terms. Without coverage, Lilly Cares and the PAN Foundation are two places to ask for help.
How to judge your quote
- Ask how many pens are in the quote.
- Compare the list price with a card price.
- Ask if the savings card or Lilly Cares fits you.
- Confirm which pharmacy can fill it.
- Compare the total with the range above: $7,456 to $9,365 per pen for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Ask about the Taltz Savings Card. GoodRx says it can bring the cost to as little as $5 per 28-day supply with commercial insurance.
- Check Lilly Cares. GoodRx says it provides the medicine at no cost to eligible uninsured or low income patients. Call 1-800-545-6962 to ask.
- Try the PAN Foundation. GoodRx lists it as a source of financial help, so ask if you qualify for support with Taltz costs.
- Compare the card price to the list price. SingleCare shows $7,458.85 with its card against $9,364.68 standard for one pen.
- Ask for a plan before you fill. Drugs.com lists two pens at $14,903.28, so check the count with your doctor and your plan.
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 Taltz cost without insurance?
SingleCare lists $9,364.68 standard and $7,458.85 with its card for one 80 mg pen. Drugs.com lists $7,455.60 for one pen.
How much is the Taltz savings card?
GoodRx lists as little as $5 per 28-day supply with commercial insurance, and as little as $25 for insured patients without coverage for Taltz. The yearly cap is $9,450.
Can I get Taltz for free?
GoodRx says Lilly Cares provides the medicine at no cost to eligible uninsured or low income patients. Call 1-800-545-6962 to check.
Why is Taltz hard to find at pharmacies?
SingleCare says Taltz has limited availability and is not at most pharmacies. GoodRx calls it a specialty medicine that needs extra steps to get.
Does the form change the price?
Not on Drugs.com. The autoinjector and the prefilled syringe are both $7,455.60 for 1 mL. More pens cost more.