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Last verified: April 2026
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Tetanus shot at Walmart: 2026 cost, insurance, and how to schedule

Walmart administers Tdap through both its standard pharmacy counter and the Walmart Care Clinic in some metros. Care Clinic visits include a clinic visit fee ($59 to $99 typical) on top of the vaccine; the standard pharmacy walk-in does not. Cash Tdap at the Care Clinic typically lands around $56 to $80 depending on metro. Walmart pharmacy hours are typically the longest of the major chains.
Cost data verified: April 2026

Pricing summary

ItemPriceNotes
Tdap cash (Boostrix or Adacel)$56–$80Published list price; local stores may deviate.[1]
Td cash (Tenivac)$45-$70Td 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

Walmart supports walk-in vaccinations at most pharmacy counters and online scheduling through the Walmart Care Clinic page. Care Clinic visits require an appointment in most metros; pharmacy walk-ins do not. The pharmacy walk-in route is the cheapest option for a routine Tdap booster.

Insurance accepted

Walmart pharmacy bills most major insurers in-network and processes Medicare Part D claims at the counter. The Care Clinic side bills Tdap as a clinic visit, which can be processed differently than a pharmacy claim; verify with the insurer if going through Care Clinic. The most common outcome for insured adults at the pharmacy counter: $0 copay.

Coupon stacking

Walmart 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 chain's own cash list price, or the coupon. Coupons do not generally stack on top of insurance billing.[2]

Membership and access

Walmart 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

  • Lowest cash Tdap in the standard-pharmacy tier (below CVS, Walgreens, Kroger)
  • Long pharmacy hours and high US footprint
  • Care Clinic option useful for patients who also want a clinical visit
  • GoodRx and SingleCare both accepted

What to consider before choosing

  • Care Clinic visit fee can convert a $60 vaccine into a $130 visit; use the pharmacy counter for routine boosters
  • Care Clinic availability varies by metro; not every Walmart has one
  • Local store stock varies between Boostrix and Adacel

How this compares

Costco Pharmacy
Tdap $53–$60
Sam's Club Pharmacy
Tdap $50–$65

See the full pharmacy comparison table for all chains.

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FAQ

Tetanus shot at Walmart: FAQ

How much is a tetanus shot at Walmart?

Walmart Care Clinic lists Tdap (Boostrix or Adacel) at about $56 to $80 cash in 2026, and Td (Tenivac) at about $45 to $70. With most ACA-compliant insurance in-network, the patient pays $0 at the counter. These are the chain’s published list prices; local stores can deviate.

Does Walmart accept GoodRx for a tetanus shot?

Yes. Walmart typically accepts GoodRx and SingleCare coupons at the pharmacy counter. The GoodRx Boostrix coupon starts around $60.86, which can beat the cash list 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 Walmart?

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

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

Yes. Walmart Care Clinic lists Td (Tenivac) at about $45 to $70 cash alongside Tdap. Td covers tetanus and diphtheria only; Tdap adds pertussis and is the usual adult booster.

Primary sources

References cited on this page

  1. [1]Walmart Care Clinic published vaccine page. Walmart Care Clinic. Accessed April 2026. https://www.walmart.com/cp/tdap-vaccine/5163903
  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. Accessed April 2026. https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines-for-children/php/price-list/index.html