Ammo Prices Graph & History Chart (2026) by Caliber
Compare average cost-per-round trends across popular calibers. Sourced from 206 retailers and 1,403,441 product listings. Data last updated September 13, 2026.
.22 LR Price Graph
.22 LR average price per round is 7.4¢ and is up 20.1% for the last 180 days. .22 LR cost per round moved from 6.1¢ to 7.4¢.
.380 ACP Price Graph
.380 ACP average price per round is 29.0¢ and is down 20.4% for the last 180 days. .380 ACP cost per round moved from 36.4¢ to 29.0¢.
9mm Price Graph
9mm average price per round is 22.1¢ and is up 1.7% for the last 180 days. 9mm cost per round moved from 21.7¢ to 22.1¢.
.45 ACP Price Graph
.45 ACP average price per round is 37.4¢ and is down 6.0% for the last 180 days. .45 ACP cost per round moved from 39.8¢ to 37.4¢.
.357 Magnum Price Graph
.357 Magnum average price per round is 51.9¢ and is up 0.3% for the last 180 days. .357 Magnum cost per round moved from 51.7¢ to 51.9¢.
12 Gauge Price Graph
12 Gauge average price per round is 33.2¢ and is up 13.1% for the last 180 days. 12 Gauge cost per round moved from 29.4¢ to 33.2¢.
.300 Blackout Price Graph
.300 Blackout average price per round is 55.4¢ and is down 12.4% for the last 180 days. .300 Blackout cost per round moved from 63.2¢ to 55.4¢.
.223 Remington Price Graph
.223 Remington average price per round is 39.1¢ and is down 4.1% for the last 180 days. .223 Remington cost per round moved from 40.8¢ to 39.1¢.
5.56x45mm Price Graph
5.56x45mm average price per round is 44.7¢ and is down 1.1% for the last 180 days. 5.56x45mm cost per round moved from 45.3¢ to 44.7¢.
7.62x39mm Price Graph
7.62x39mm average price per round is 56.9¢ and is down 7.2% for the last 180 days. 7.62x39mm cost per round moved from 61.3¢ to 56.9¢.
6.5 Creedmoor Price Graph
6.5 Creedmoor average price per round is 95.8¢ and is up 6.4% for the last 180 days. 6.5 Creedmoor cost per round moved from 90.0¢ to 95.8¢.
.308 Win / 7.62x51mm Price Graph
.308 Win / 7.62x51mm average price per round is 82.1¢ and is down 3.0% for the last 180 days. .308 Win / 7.62x51mm cost per round moved from 84.6¢ to 82.1¢.
2026 Ammo Price Comparison Chart by Caliber
Current low and average ammo prices by caliber as of September 13, 2026, plus each caliber’s 180-day price trend. Compare with the graphs above.
| Caliber | Low Price | Average Price | 180-Day Price Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| .22 LR | 6¢ | 7¢ | Up 20.1% (+1.2¢/rd) |
| 9mm | 15¢ | 22¢ | Up 1.7% (+0.4¢/rd) |
| .380 ACP | 22¢ | 29¢ | Down 20.4% (-7.4¢/rd) |
| 12 Gauge | 20¢ | 33¢ | Up 13.1% (+3.9¢/rd) |
| .45 ACP | 32¢ | 37¢ | Down 6.0% (-2.4¢/rd) |
| .223 Remington | 25¢ | 39¢ | Down 4.1% (-1.7¢/rd) |
| 5.56x45mm | 25¢ | 45¢ | Down 1.1% (-0.5¢/rd) |
| .357 Magnum | 38¢ | 52¢ | Up 0.3% (+0.2¢/rd) |
| .300 Blackout | 46¢ | 55¢ | Down 12.4% (-7.8¢/rd) |
| 7.62x39mm | 39¢ | 57¢ | Down 7.2% (-4.4¢/rd) |
| .308 Win | 41¢ | 82¢ | Down 3.0% (-2.5¢/rd) |
| 6.5 Creedmoor | 82¢ | 96¢ | Up 6.4% (+5.8¢/rd) |
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How to Read These Charts
Each chart shows average price-per-round movement for a popular caliber over the last 180 days. Click any caliber title to shop live listings for that caliber, or use the search bar above for other calibers.
- Green trend text means prices are dropping; red means prices are rising.
- A thin vertical line on September 9, 2026 marks a change in how the average is calculated. Hover the line for details.
- Compare multiple calibers side by side to spot relative value before you buy.
- Want the full methodology? Read our About Our Data page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ammo price comparison chart?
An ammo price comparison chart lets you view average cost-per-round trends for multiple calibers side by side. Each chart on this page shows how ammunition prices have moved over the last 180 days so you can compare calibers before you buy.
How far back does your ammo price history go?
The charts on this page show the last 180 days of average price-per-round data. Click a caliber title to shop live listings for that caliber.
Where can I see 9mm, .45 ACP, or 5.56 price history?
Scroll to the chart sections for 9mm, .45 ACP, and 5.56x45mm on this page, or open a caliber's ammo search page for that caliber's live listings and price graph.
What is the average cost per round for popular calibers?
The summary under each chart shows the current average cost per round and whether prices are trending up, flat, or down over the last 180 days. Green means prices are dropping; red means prices are rising.
Where can I find pricing data for other calibers I'm looking for?
Type the caliber you're looking for in the search bar above and a pricing chart will be displayed for that caliber when sufficient historical data is available.
How often are these charts refreshed?
Our charts are updated at least daily but usually more often as new data is available.
Why is there a vertical line on the charts?
The line marks September 9, 2026, when we changed how the daily average is calculated. Hover the line for a short explanation, or see our About Our Data & Methodology page.
How do I shop each caliber's ammo?
Click a caliber title on this page to browse live listings, or search that caliber in the search bar above.
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Yes, we display price history charts for searches where sufficient historical pricing data is available.
