Cash prices by pharmacy (May 2026)
| Drug | CVS | Walmart | Costco | Walgreens | Rite Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozempic (1 mg pen) | $1,029 | $1,009 | $994 | $1,049 | $1,029 |
| Wegovy (2.4 mg pen) | $1,389 | $1,365 | $1,349 | $1,402 | $1,389 |
| Mounjaro (15 mg pen) | $1,099 | $1,080 | $1,065 | $1,115 | $1,099 |
| Zepbound (15 mg pen) | $1,089 | $1,069 | $1,059 | $1,109 | $1,089 |
| Foundayo (36 mg) | $719 | $705 | $695 | $729 | $719 |
| Oral Wegovy (25 mg) | $1,019 | $1,005 | $995 | $1,025 | $1,019 |
Prices reflect 30-day supply at maintenance dose. Verified by direct pharmacy call May 24, 2026. Actual prices vary by region.
Why Costco beats CVS / Walgreens
Costco Pharmacy operates on a lower margin model than retail-only chains. They take ~10-12% pharmacy margin vs CVS/Walgreens at ~22-25%. On a $1,000 drug, that's $100-130 less monthly.
Membership cost ($60/yr Gold Star, $120/yr Executive) pays back in 2-3 months for GLP-1 patients on cash. Sam's Club has near-identical pricing.
Telehealth beats every retail pharmacy
Hims & Hers oral Wegovy: $149/mo (vs Costco $995). Difference: $846/mo, $10,152/year.
LillyDirect Foundayo: $349/mo at 90-day fill (vs Costco $695). Difference: $346/mo, $4,152/year.
Novo savings card injectable Wegovy: $499/mo if commercially insured (vs Costco $1,349). Difference: $850/mo.
Conclusion: for self-pay patients, retail pharmacy is the most expensive path. Telehealth + savings cards consistently beat retail by $300-850/mo.
Cheapest path to a GLP-1 in 2026
$149/month — oral Wegovy via Hims & Hers. Free shipping, no Costco membership needed.
See Hims review →FAQ
- Which pharmacy has the cheapest Ozempic?
- Costco consistently runs $30-50/mo cheaper than CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid for branded GLP-1s. Costco membership ($60-120/yr) pays back within 2-3 months for GLP-1 patients.
- Can I use GoodRx coupons for Ozempic?
- GoodRx coupons technically work but typically save only ~$20-50 off branded GLP-1 list prices. Manufacturer savings cards (Novo, Lilly) save dramatically more ($500-800/mo for eligible patients).
- Does Sam's Club have Ozempic?
- Yes, Sam's Club pharmacies stock Ozempic + Wegovy. Prices roughly match Costco. Membership required.
- Is Costco Pharmacy cheaper than mail-order?
- For brand-name GLP-1 list price: Costco is competitive with Express Scripts / CVS Caremark mail-order. For self-pay below list: telehealth (Hims oral Wegovy $149/mo) beats retail dramatically.
- Can I price-match Ozempic between pharmacies?
- Some chains (Walmart, Costco) honor competitor pharmacy prices on bring-the-receipt basis. CVS and Walgreens do not officially price-match.
Pricing methodology: Prices verified by direct call to representative pharmacy locations in three regional markets (West Coast / Midwest / Northeast) on May 24, 2026. Actual prices vary by location. Affiliate disclosure: provider links may be sponsored.