YouTube TV Price History
YouTube TV (Base Plan) currently costs $82.99/month in the US, up from $35.00 at launch in , a 137% increase across 5 hikes. See the interactive price chart to compare YouTube TV with every other major US streaming service.
Live TV (always ad-supported; there is no ad-free option). Base Plan only is charted. In February 2026 YouTube TV added 12 cheaper genre 'Plans' ($54.99–$77.99); these are listed below as a current snapshot rather than charted. Price history reflects the base plan's standard monthly rate.
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| Effective Date | Price/mo | Change |
|---|---|---|
| [1][2][3] | $35.00 | Launch |
| [1][2][3] | $40.00 | ▲ 14% |
| [1][2][3] | $49.99 | ▲ 25% |
| [1][2][3] | $64.99 | ▲ 30% |
| [1][2][3] | $72.99 | ▲ 12% |
| [1][2][3] | $82.99 | ▲ 14% |
| Effective Date | Price/mo | Change |
|---|---|---|
| [1][2] | $84.98 | Launch |
| $64.99 base plan + $19.99 for the 4K Plus add-on. (YouTube TV adds a $20 monthly upgrade for 4K support and offline viewing | TechCrunch) | ||
| [1][2][3] | $82.98 | ▼ 2% |
| $72.99 base plan + $9.99 for the 4K Plus add-on. (YouTube TV Price Increase: Here's What It's Going to Cost You Each Month - CNET) | ||
| [1][2][3] | $92.98 | ▲ 12% |
| $82.99 base plan + $9.99 for the 4K Plus add-on. (YouTube TV's monthly cost soars to $82.99 | The Verge) | ||
YouTube TV genre plans (2026)
Cheaper genre-based plans, a price snapshot current as of . These are not charted with the base plan's history.
| Plan | Price/mo |
|---|---|
| Entertainment [1][2] | $54.99 |
| Entertainment + Family [1][2] | $62.99 |
| News + Family [1][2] | $62.99 |
| News + Entertainment [1][2] | $62.99 |
| Sports [1][2] | $64.99 |
| News + Entertainment + Family [1][2] | $69.99 |
| Sports + Entertainment [1][2] | $71.99 |
| Sports + Family [1][2] | $71.99 |
| Sports + News [1][2] | $71.99 |
| Sports + Entertainment + Family [1][2] | $77.99 |
| Sports + News + Entertainment [1][2] | $77.99 |
| Sports + News + Family [1][2] | $77.99 |
Frequently asked questions about YouTube TV pricing
How much is YouTube TV per month in 2026?
YouTube TV costs $82.99/month for the Base Plan plan as of December 12, 2024.
How much is YouTube TV per year?
At $82.99/month, YouTube TV (Base Plan) costs $995.88 per year when paying monthly. This site tracks standard monthly rates, so discounted annual plans, where offered, are not included.
How much has YouTube TV gone up over time?
The Base Plan plan launched at $35.00 in April 5, 2017 and now costs $82.99, an increase of 137% across 5 price changes.
When did YouTube TV last raise prices?
YouTube TV last changed the Base Plan price on December 12, 2024, moving to $82.99/month.
Does YouTube TV have an ad-supported plan?
YouTube TV is always ad-supported. Its live and on-demand content includes ads, and there is no ad-free option.