Applying Your AARP Discount for Walmart+ Annual Membership
The most prominent AARP discount available for Walmart is a significant reduction on the annual Walmart+ membership fee. This offer is not an automatic, in-store discount, but rather a digital enrollment process that connects your AARP membership with your Walmart account. The standard Walmart+ annual fee is $98, but AARP members receive a $40 discount, making the membership only $58 per year. The discount automatically renews each year, contingent upon continued verification of your active AARP membership. This process is managed directly through a special landing page on the Walmart+ website, accessible via a link from the AARP member benefits portal.
Step-by-Step Enrollment for the Walmart+ AARP Offer
- Navigate to the AARP Offer Page: Start by visiting the official AARP benefits page for Walmart+. Search results and social media posts often contain the specific link to the partner enrollment page on Walmart.com.
- Verify Your Membership: Click the "Get Started" button on the Walmart+ AARP page. You will be prompted to enter your AARP membership number to verify your active status. This confirms your eligibility for the discounted rate.
- Sign In or Create a Walmart Account: If you are not already logged in, you will be directed to sign in to your Walmart account. If you don't have one, you will need to create a new account to proceed.
- Confirm the Discount: The page will automatically reflect the reduced annual membership price ($58) once your AARP membership is confirmed. Ensure the discounted amount is shown before finalizing the subscription.
- Enter Payment Information: Provide your credit card details to complete the annual subscription purchase. The $58 charge will be applied, and your Walmart+ benefits will become active immediately.
What if you already have a Walmart+ membership? Existing Walmart+ members can still take advantage of this offer. By enrolling through the AARP link, your membership will be converted to the AARP-affiliated offer at the end of your current paid billing cycle. You do not need to cancel your existing membership first.
Using AARP for Prescription Savings at Walmart Pharmacy
Beyond the Walmart+ membership, AARP provides a separate benefit for prescription medications. The AARP® Prescription Discounts program, provided by Optum Rx®, offers a free prescription discount card that can be used at over 66,000 participating pharmacies nationwide, including Walmart Pharmacy. The program is open to everyone, but AARP members receive deeper discounts and additional perks, such as home delivery.
To maximize your pharmacy savings:
- Obtain Your Discount Card: Access your free digital or printable prescription discount card by logging into your AARP account on aarp.org.
- Present at the Pharmacy: When picking up your medication at any Walmart Pharmacy, simply provide the pharmacist with the information from your AARP prescription discount card. They will process the discount and inform you of the final, reduced price.
- Verify Savings: If you have existing insurance, your pharmacist can help you compare the cost of your prescription under your insurance plan versus the AARP discount to ensure you receive the lowest price.
Walmart+ AARP Discount vs. AARP Prescription Discount
To clarify the different AARP benefits available at Walmart, this comparison table highlights the key features of each program.
| Feature | Walmart+ Annual Membership Discount | AARP Prescription Discounts (Optum Rx) |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Must enroll online through a special AARP landing page on Walmart.com. | Must present the Optum Rx discount card at the pharmacy counter. |
| Eligibility | AARP members only, subject to annual verification. | Open to everyone, but AARP members receive enhanced savings. |
| Benefit | $40 off an annual Walmart+ membership. | Deeper discounts on FDA-approved medications and optional home delivery. |
| Location | Applied online for the annual membership. | Can be used at any Walmart Pharmacy and over 66,000 other pharmacies. |
Other Ways to Save at Walmart
Since Walmart does not offer a universal senior discount, shoppers can utilize other strategies to save money beyond the specific AARP benefits. These options can be combined for maximum savings.
Walmart+ Assist Program
For seniors on a fixed income, the Walmart+ Assist program provides a half-price annual Walmart+ membership to those receiving qualifying government assistance, such as SNAP, WIC, or Medicaid. This reduces the annual cost from $98 to $49, offering the same benefits as the regular membership, including free delivery, shipping, and fuel savings.
Walmart's $4 Generic Prescription Program
Walmart has its own low-cost generic prescription program, independent of AARP. Many common generic medications are available for a 30-day supply at $4 or a 90-day supply at $10. This program has limitations and is not for all medications, but it can be a valuable option for certain scripts.
Using the Walmart App and Flash Deals
Downloading the free Walmart app allows you to get alerts on deals, utilize mobile checkout for a faster in-store experience, and scan prices. Additionally, shoppers can regularly check the "Deals" tab on Walmart.com for limited-time "Flash Deals" and price "Rollbacks" on a variety of merchandise.
Conclusion
While Walmart does not provide a general in-store or age-based senior discount, AARP members can unlock significant savings through specific programs. The process is straightforward and requires digital enrollment. For the Walmart+ annual membership, the discount is applied directly via the AARP member benefits portal. For pharmacy savings, presenting the Optum Rx discount card at checkout is key. By understanding these specific benefits and utilizing other money-saving tools like the Walmart app and Rollback deals, you can effectively add an AARP discount to your Walmart experience.
Related AARP Benefits
For more ways to save, explore the full list of AARP member benefits, which extends beyond Walmart to include discounts on travel, restaurants, and more. For more information, visit the AARP website.
