How Much Does Ammunition Cost?
This guide covers typical US ammunition prices, the factors that affect them, and how to compare seller listings.
Typical prices by job
| Job | What it involves | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Basic.22 LR | 50-round recreational box | $5 - $15 |
| 9mm range ammunition | 50-round full metal jacket box | $12 - $25 |
| 12-gauge shells | 25-round target load box | $10 - $30 |
| Premium rifle ammunition | 20-round hunting or match box | $25 - $100 |
Ranges are typical, not quotes - the price for your job depends on scope and location, so always confirm with the provider.
What affects the price
Caliber and cartridge type have a major effect on cost. Common practice ammunition is usually less expensive per round than specialized hunting, match, or defensive loads. Brand, bullet construction, case material, and box size also matter, so comparing cost per round can make listings easier to assess.
Local supply, shipping, taxes, and retailer policies can change the final total. Less common calibers may cost more or be harder to find, and bulk purchases may lower the per-round price while raising the upfront spend.
How to pay less
Compare the same caliber, load, and round count across sellers, and check whether shipping or pickup fees change the total. Buying a larger quantity can reduce unit cost, but only purchase what you can store safely and legally.
Check current local rules and seller requirements before ordering. Collecting quotes through Reedleys means every number comes from a real, checked listing.
Cost questions
Most ordinary retail purchases are paid in full at checkout. Special orders or limited releases may have different terms, so confirm the seller's policy before placing an order.
Listings may cover different loads, brands, case materials, or quantities, and some include delivery costs while others do not. Compare the exact product and total checkout cost.
Yes. Delivery charges, taxes, and any applicable handling fees can increase the total, and some sellers restrict delivery locations or require in-person pickup.
Recognized Ammunition Sales businesses
Alaska Ammo is a guns and ammunition retailer with an Anchorage location and a Fairbanks location.
A Del Rio gun shop offering firearms, ammunition, shooting supplies, gunsmithing, engraving, and range access.
Hanford gun store and indoor range offering firearms, ammunition, rentals, and training.
A North Las Vegas firearms retailer offering guns, ammunition, optics, and related gear.
Mesa firearms and outdoor supply business offering ammunition, custom firearms, gunsmithing, training, and bugout gear.
A Tulsa firearms business offering.460 and.960 Rowland conversion products, complete guns, and cartridges.
A Tulsa firearms store specializing in consignment sales, with handguns, ammunition, accessories, and optics.
A Del Rio gun shop selling firearms, ammunition, magazines, and optics, with gunsmithing and FFL transfers.
A Weymouth gun shop selling firearms, ammunition, reloading equipment, and shooting accessories.
A firearms retailer in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, offering guns, ammunition, accessories, classes, and FFL transfers.