How Much Does Xanax (Alprazolam) Cost On The Street?

The street cost of benzos like Xanax ranges depending on their location and scarcity.

In general, people can expect to pay around $3-$5 per Xanax pill on the street — depending on the pill’s dosage and strength.

The popular benzodiazepine, Xanax, is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Because it is prescribed by physicians, it is not legally available except by prescription.

Despite this, Xanax is one of the most commonly abused prescription drugs sold on the street.

Cost Of A Xanax Tablet (Xanax Bar) On The Street

Xanax comes in .25 mg, .50 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg pills. The 2-mg pills are “bars” that can be broken into four increments approximating .50mg doses.

On the street, a 2-mg Xanax bar may cost around $5.00.

Cost Of Xanax Pills On The Street By Dosage

While costs vary, the typical street cost of Xanax is around $5.00 for a 2 mg bar.

However, this “fair” price is highly variable, and some people may pay upwards of $15 for a single 2-mg pill.

An average price for Xanax pills on the street:

• .25 mg: $.75-$1
• .5 mg: $1-$2
• 1 mg: $2-$3
• 2 mg: $4-$5

Price For Xanax At A Pharmacy

The typical pharmacy cost of Xanax for 30 2-mg pills can be around $25 ($0.60 per mg). This cost may be lower for larger prescription orders.

Getting Help For Xanax Addiction

Benzodiazepines like Xanax are highly addictive and can cause dangerous side effects, including overdose death.

If you or a loved one struggles with Xanax abuse, call one of our treatment specialists to get started with the best rehab program for your needs.

Written by the Addiction Resource Editorial Staff