As of 2025, a common misconception is that Walmart offers age-based discounts on its Walmart Plus membership. However, Walmart does not provide a specific senior citizen discount. The company focuses on an "Everyday Low Price" strategy for all customers. Despite the lack of an age-specific discount, several alternative programs can reduce the cost of a Walmart+ membership for eligible individuals, including many seniors.
No age-based discounts, but alternative options exist
Walmart's pricing strategy is centered on providing low prices to all customers. While there is no universal senior discount, Walmart offers programs that can lower the cost of a Walmart+ membership for qualifying individuals.
The Walmart+ Assist program
Walmart+ Assist offers a 50% discount on a Walmart Plus membership to those receiving government assistance. Qualifying programs include SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, SSI, TANF, LIHEAP, Federal Public Housing Assistance, and Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit. This can be particularly helpful for seniors on a fixed income, reducing the membership cost to $6.47 per month or $49 per year. Eligibility is verified through a third-party service, SheerID.
AARP membership discount
AARP members can receive a discount on an annual Walmart Plus membership, offering savings compared to the standard annual fee of $98.
The benefits of a Walmart Plus membership
Even without a specific senior discount, a Walmart Plus membership provides several benefits that can be valuable, including free delivery from the store on eligible orders over $35 and free shipping with no minimum order. Members also save up to 10 cents per gallon on fuel at participating stations, can use Mobile Scan & Go for in-store checkout, and receive a Paramount+ Essential subscription. Members also get early access to promotions.
Walmart Plus vs. Amazon Prime for seniors
Both Walmart+ and Amazon Prime offer memberships with various benefits. While standard annual costs differ ($98 for Walmart+ vs. $139 for Amazon Prime), both offer a 50% discount for individuals receiving qualifying government benefits ($49 for Walmart+ vs. $69.50 for Amazon Prime). AARP members can get a discounted Walmart+ annual rate, while Amazon has other senior-focused plans available. For a detailed comparison of features like grocery delivery, shipping, and streaming services, please refer to {Link: seniorsite.org https://seniorsite.org/resource/how-to-save-big-with-walmart-senior-discount-easy-steps-for-shoppers-over-50/}.
Other ways for seniors to save at Walmart
Seniors can utilize other savings opportunities at Walmart, such as the $4 Prescription Program for many generic medications and earning Walmart Cash through the app. They can also find savings through Rollback and Flash Deals and use Medicare OTC benefits on eligible items if their plan includes them.
Conclusion
While Walmart does not offer an age-specific senior discount for Walmart Plus, eligible individuals can secure savings through the Walmart+ Assist program with a 50% discount if they receive government assistance. AARP members can also receive a reduced annual rate. These options, combined with membership benefits like free delivery and shipping and additional savings opportunities such as the $4 prescription program and Walmart Cash, can make Walmart Plus a valuable resource for seniors. Exploring these available programs can help seniors maximize their savings at Walmart.
- {Link: Walmart+ Assist Program https://www.walmart.com/plus/assist} (Official Walmart page detailing the 50% off membership for eligible government assistance recipients).
