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Tetanus shot at CVS: 2026 cost, insurance, and how to schedule

CVS operates the largest pharmacy footprint in the United States and runs Tdap and Td vaccinations through both its standard pharmacy counter and the MinuteClinic in-store clinic. CVS does not post a Tdap cash price online; this site's April 2026 estimate is $75 to $95, so ask the pharmacy for its quote. CVS operates the pharmacies inside Target stores, so a Target pharmacy tetanus shot is a CVS shot, billed by CVS. Walk-in is universal at most stores.
CDC prices checked Oct 2026 / chain cash estimates Apr 2026

Pricing summary

ItemPriceNotes
Tdap cash (Boostrix or Adacel)$75–$95Site estimate (April 2026), not a confirmed CVS price. Ask the store for its cash quote.
Td cash (Tenivac)$65-$85Site estimate where shown, not a published price. Td administered on request where stocked.
Administration fee (if separate)$7–$20Sometimes broken out on the receipt; coupons typically do not cover.
With ACA-compliant insurance, in-network$0Most major insurers cover ACIP-recommended vaccines at $0 in-network.[4]
With GoodRx Boostrix coupon~$60.86+Coupon accepted at counter.[2]

Scheduling and walk-in

CVS supports walk-in vaccinations at most stores and online scheduling through the CVS app and website. MinuteClinic visits can be booked separately for patients who want a clinic-style visit (which adds the clinic visit to the vaccine charge). Most state pharmacy regulations allow CVS pharmacists to administer Tdap to adolescents and adults; younger patients may need a MinuteClinic clinical visit in some states.

Insurance accepted

CVS bills most major insurers in-network: Aetna (which is owned by CVS Health), BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser (in markets where Kaiser contracts CVS), and Medicare Part B and Part D for eligible enrollees. Medicaid coverage varies by state plan. The most common outcome at the CVS counter for insured adults: $0 copay for the routine Tdap booster.

Coupon stacking

CVS typically accepts GoodRx and SingleCare coupons at the pharmacy counter. The chain typically chooses whichever produces the lowest out-of-pocket: in-network insurance ($0), the store’s own cash price, or the coupon. Coupons do not generally stack on top of insurance billing.[2]

Membership and access

CVS does not require any membership for vaccinations. Walk-in patients can access pharmacy and clinic services on the same terms as any other customer.

What this pharmacy does well

  • Largest US footprint, almost universal in-network with major insurers
  • MinuteClinic is useful when a clinical visit is also wanted (post-injury, multiple questions)
  • Online scheduling integrates with the CVS app for easy reminder-setting
  • Target pharmacies route through CVS, so Target shoppers do not need to switch chains

What to consider before choosing

  • MinuteClinic visits separate the clinic visit from the vaccine charge; if the goal is just a routine booster, the standard pharmacy counter is cheaper
  • Cash list price is among the higher of the major chains; coupon (GoodRx) often beats the CVS cash price for uninsured patients
  • Local store stock varies: some carry Boostrix, some Adacel; both are clinically equivalent per ACIP

How this compares

Walgreens
Tdap $70–$90
Kroger / The Little Clinic
Tdap $70–$90

See the full pharmacy comparison table for all chains.

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FAQ

Tetanus shot at CVS: FAQ

How much is a tetanus shot at CVS?

With most ACA-compliant insurance billed in-network, a Tdap booster at CVS costs $0 at the counter. Without insurance, no CVS Tdap cash price could be confirmed online (checked October 2026), so ask the pharmacy for its quote before the shot. For reference, the CDC Adult Vaccine Price List (1 October 2026 edition) puts the private-sector price of the vaccine itself at $50.14 for Boostrix and $51.08 for Adacel per dose; a pharmacy cash price adds its own margin and any administration fee on top.[5]

Does CVS accept GoodRx for a tetanus shot?

Yes. CVS typically accepts GoodRx and SingleCare coupons at the pharmacy counter. The GoodRx Boostrix coupon starts around $60.86, which can beat the store’s own cash price for uninsured patients. Coupons cover the vaccine, not any separate administration fee, and do not stack on top of insurance billing.

Do I need a membership to get a tetanus shot at CVS?

No. CVS / MinuteClinic does not require a membership for vaccinations. Walk-in patients get pharmacy and clinic services on the same terms as any other customer.

Does CVS offer Td (Tenivac) as well as Tdap?

Td (Tenivac) is generally available at CVS alongside Tdap where stocked. Td covers tetanus and diphtheria only; Tdap adds pertussis and is the usual adult booster. Tenivac’s CDC private-sector list price is $45.91 per dose (1 October 2026 edition).[5]

Primary sources

References cited on this page

  1. [1]CVS / MinuteClinic vaccine page (Tdap cash price not confirmed). CVS / MinuteClinic. Accessed April 2026. https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/tdap-dtap
  2. [2]Boostrix prices and coupons; cash from $60.86 with GoodRx. GoodRx. Accessed April 2026. https://www.goodrx.com/boostrix
  3. [3]Tenivac prices and coupons; cash from $51.93. GoodRx. Accessed June 2026. https://www.goodrx.com/tenivac
  4. [4]Affordable Care Act preventive care benefits for adults. HealthCare.gov. Accessed April 2026. https://www.healthcare.gov/preventive-care-adults/
  5. [5]CDC Vaccine Price List, private-sector and contract prices. CDC. Adult list, 1 October 2026 edition. https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines-for-children/media/pdfs/2026/09/Adult-Vaccine-Price-List-10-01-26.pdf