We’re here for you.

From incredible products at disruptive prices to innovative services and support every step of the way, this club was made for you.

Check out membership fee FAQs here.

Everything you need (and want).

You can always rely on cutting-edge tech, club enhancements and services to help you shop better, faster and easier.

We love our associates.

They’re what make us great! And support for them helps to create the service you deserve.

  • We pay 100% of college tuition and books for eligible associates who are furthering their education through Live Better U. At the end of 2020, associates had completed 290,000 college credits.
  • Approximately 75% of our salaried store, club and supply chain management started their careers in hourly positions.
  • Starting minimum wage is least $15/hour, and an average hourly wage for frontline workers is about $17.60.

Serving our communities (and our planet).

Caring for our hometowns is just as important as taking care of you! Here’s a bit of what Sam’s Club is working towards.

  • Zero emissions by 2040 without carbon offsets and 100% renewable energy by 2035.
  • 100% recyclable, reusable or industrially compostable packaging on all Member’s Mark™ products by 2025.
  • Our Member’s Mark™ brand is crafted to be “Made with Our Member & Planet in Mind.™” Goals to achieve by 2025 include 100% sustainably sourced seafood, 100% Fair-Trade Certified™ coffee, tea and cocoa and more.

Membership Fee Frequently Asked Questions

What are the new membership fees and when will they change?

Starting October 17, 2022, membership fees will increase from $45 to $50 for Club members and from $100 to $110 for Plus members. The fee for add-on memberships will increase from $40 to $45.

What is the Sam’s Cash offset?

Existing members that renew between October 17, 2022 to October 16, 2023 will automatically earn $5 or $10 Sam’s Cash to offset the price increase, depending on their membership level. Members that renew at the Club membership level will receive $5, and members that renew at the Plus level will receive $10. Primary members will receive $5 for each add-on member that is renewed. Sam’s Cash will be automatically applied to the member’s Sam’s Cash account within 24 hours. There are no additional steps needed to earn the Sam’s Cash.*

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What if I just signed up for a membership?

The price adjustment will impact new members upon their annual renewal date. If their renewal date is on or after October 17, 2022, that’s when they will see the adjustment go into effect.

What if my membership renews between now and the date the price increase goes into effect?

Renewals before October 17, 2022 will be at the current fee ($45 for Club membership/$100 for Plus membership). Starting on October 17, 2022, it will update to the new fee ($50 for Club membership/$110 for Plus membership). When a member renews, they will automatically earn the $5 or $10 Sam’s Cash offset and it will be automatically applied to their Sam’s Cash account within 24 hours. They do not have to take any additional steps to earn the Sam’s Cash.

How do members renew?

There are lots of easy ways to renew: online, in the Sam’s Club app, at the membership desk, at the register or by calling Member Services at 888-746-7726. When a member renews, they will immediately earn the $5 or $10 Sam’s Cash offset and it will be automatically applied to their Sam’s Cash account within 24 hours. They do not have to take any additional steps to earn the Sam’s Cash.

What about members on auto-renew?

Members on auto-renew will be notified of the new fee increase before their membership renews. Starting on October 17, 2022, they will be charged the new fee ($50 for Club membership/$110 for Plus membership). In addition, when membership auto-renews, members will immediately earn the $5 or $10 Sam’s Cash offset and it will be automatically applied to their Sam’s Cash account within 24 hours. They do not have to take any additional steps to earn the Sam’s Cash.

Will this price increase affect my current membership?

It will impact the price when a member renews any time after October 17, 2022. If a member renews any time before October 17, 2022, they will renew at the current price. They will not receive the Sam’s Cash offset when they renew before October 17, 2022. They will receive Sam’s Cash when they renew between October 17, 2022 and October 16, 2023.

If I want to cancel my membership, can I get a refund?

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on your membership or your money back. If at any time you’re unsatisfied with your membership, let us know and we will cancel your membership and provide a refund of the amount paid for your current year membership fee. There’s a limit of one Plus membership refund per member or business per year.

Can I renew early to take advantage of another year at the same price?

If someone renews before the October 17, 2022 deadline, they will lock in their membership fee for one more year. But they will only get the Sam’s Cash when they renew between October 17, 2022 and October 16, 2023.

If I want to downgrade from a Plus membership to a Club membership, what kind of refund will I get?

The refund is based on what the member paid to upgrade.
Before the fee change on October 17: If a member joined as a Plus member and downgraded to a Club membership, they would get $55 back. If a member upgraded to a Plus membership at the time of renewal and paid $55 for the upgrade, they would get a $55 refund. If a member upgraded mid-year and paid a prorated amount, they would get the prorated amount paid as a refund.

After the fee change on October 17: If a member joined as a Plus member and downgraded to a Club membership, they would get $60 back. If a member upgraded to a Plus membership at the time of renewal and paid $60 for the upgrade, they would get a $60 refund. If a member upgraded mid-year and paid a prorated amount, they would get the prorated amount paid as a refund.

Is the price going to be pro-rated if I want to upgrade to Plus?

Yes. Any membership changes will be pro-rated.

If I am a Club member today and upgrade to a Plus membership within the one-year period, will I get $5 or $10 Sam’s Cash offset?

The amount of Sam’s Cash received depends on the membership level at the time of renewal.

Example 1: A member renews a Club level membership between October 17, 2022 and October 16, 2023 for $50 and receives $5 Sam’s Cash offset, then upgrades to a Plus membership for $60 during this same time. They would not receive any additional Sam’s Cash.

Example 2: A member renews their Club membership for $45 prior to October 17, 2022 then upgrades to a Plus membership and renews at Plus membership prior to October 16, 2023. They would receive $10 Sam’s Cash offset.

Example 3: A Club level member upgrades to a Plus membership between October 17, 2022 and October 16, 2023 and then renews during the same time. They would receive $10 Sam’s Cash offset.