Cheapest Ammo Prices by Caliber Infographic [Updated 2020 Price per Round]

October 23, 2020 Edited April 15, 2024 51154 view(s)

Ammo Prices

Different caliber bullets lined up with a white background

Since the world changed drastically in March, ammunition has been in short supply. As the demand for ammo increased due to stockpiling and the many new gun owners, manufacturing slowed due to lockdowns, work restrictions, and material shortages. Primers in particular have been in shortest supply, causing popular ammunition prices to skyrocket.

comparison chart for different ammo types and ammo prices

display of multiple caliber types along with the ammo price that corresponds

While popular self-defense calibers like 5.56, .223, and 9mm have doubled in price per round, surprisingly not all ammunition have increased in price. Many hunting rounds such as .308 and .450 Bushmaster have even gone down in price. Check out some of our newest blog posts about 50 Beowulf, 6.5 Grendel vs. 308, and AR10 vs. AR15.

We have an updated infographic for 2021 Ammo Prices! Click to see how the market has changed from October. Best of luck out there and be sure to check out our selection of AR-15 uppers and AR-15 rifles before you go!

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TomJ

October 23, 2020

What about pricing changes on 6.8spc?

John@customerservice

October 23, 2020

Keep a look out for n updated infographic we will be adding more calibers to the next one.

Richmond Dugger

October 23, 2020

Nice website. I’m new to area and will stop by to see your place soon.

John@customerservice

October 23, 2020

Would love to have you

Danny Looper

October 25, 2020

THANK YOU FOR POSTING THESE STATS , IT MEANS AND SAYS A LOT ! THANKS

John@customerservice

October 25, 2020

Thanks for reading Danny hope you check out more of our amazing content.

Glenn West

October 26, 2020

How about a inexpensive 22lr upper.

Aaron Prill

October 28, 2020

The stores near me are charging about $3 more per box of 308 than they were last year and 450 has almost doubled. I was paying about $28 for Hornady, now its about $45. I've seen 7.62x39 go from about $7.50 per box to $10 in stores and from about $5 to $8 online. The only 300aac I could find was up by a few dollars and the only 9mm I found was Hornady xtp and priced normally. The other rounds I haven't seen in stores, so I can't comment on, except 350 legend. Most stores I go into have cases of it collecting dust. They can't move the stuff so a price drop is to be expected. This is what happens when consumers get wise to Winchester's false advertising regarding the performance, or lack there of, of that round.

RON JANOUSEK

October 29, 2020

WHAT IS THE BEST MAGAZINE FOR THE 243 CALIBER AR-10?

John@customerservice

October 29, 2020

Almost any magazine that is for the AR-10 will suffice. We recommend using steel (or aluminum). Hint, the same magazine can be used for the 308 and 6.5 Creedmoor. So if you find a 308 magazine, it can be used for the 243 rounds as well. Hope this was helpful Ron.

Mark Sr

November 14, 2020

Very cool info! Just picked up some ammo on OpticsPlanet and it was only 3cents higher then this list !! Nice !!

Brian Jones

December 4, 2020

Don't know if you sell ammo? I searched, but no luck.

John@customerservice

December 4, 2020

Unfortunately we do not. Good luck out there Brian.

Luis Godoy

December 10, 2020

Thanks for the Ammo Price chart! Very useful when looking for my next build. Will it be updated every so often?

John@customerservice

February 5, 2021

We will do so soon look out for it.

Goin

February 10, 2021

22 wmr cant find anywhere so no price available ?

Brian

March 3, 2021

What is the difference between the original BCG & the upgrade you are offering. Are there problems with my .223 -5.56 wylde ?

John@customerservice

March 3, 2021

Hey Brian, the upgrade includes a new BCG and Upper Receiver design to accommodate our newly designed side charging handle. Many people loved Gen-1 handles, however, we wanted to offer an upgrade program at a discounted price to help those who weren't happy with the Gen-1 design or simply like the Gen-2 better. There's no need to upgrade if you're happy with what you've got. Check out our YouTube channel for a more detailed explanation of the differences

Justin Maddox

March 16, 2021

Hello. Is the “guarantee for moa on 16” barrels or longer with match Ammo & proper shooting techniques” still valid? I checked many of your 16” barrels & longer listings and only found 2 listings that had that written in them. I’ve also asked this question on several of your different blogs 9 days ago but cannot see my questions in any of your comments sections? This is a simple question that hopefully BCA employees can answer. Thanks Justin