Every YouTube Premium Individual price change since 2015, what the other plans cost now, and how to pay less.
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| Since | Monthly price | Change | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $9.99 | — | $119.88 |
| 2018 | $11.99 | +$2.00 (20%) | $143.88 |
| Jul 2023 | $13.99 | +$2.00 (17%) | $167.88 |
| Apr 2026 | $15.99 | +$2.00 (14%) | $191.88 |
US list prices, checked October 2026. Taxes extra; prices through Apple, Google or a bundle can differ.
The April 2026 increase also raised the annual plan from $139.99 to $159.99, Family from $22.99 to $26.99, Premium Lite from $7.99 to $8.99 and YouTube Music Premium from $10.99 to $11.99. Existing subscribers saw it from June 2026.
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Download Recurra freeYouTube Premium Individual is $15.99 a month in the US as of October 2026, after the Apr 2026 increase.
From $9.99 in 2015 to $15.99 — about 60% more.
Usually from your next billing date after a notice period. The provider emails you first, and your account's billing page shows the date and new price.