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Spotify Raises Premium Prices in U.S., Estonia and Latvia Starting in February

Spotify says higher fees will fund product improvements to benefit creators.

Overview

  • New monthly rates in the U.S. rise to $12.99 for Individual, $18.99 for Duo, $21.99 for Family, and $6.99 for Student.
  • The updated prices take effect on subscribers’ February billing dates, with email notifications going out over the next month.
  • This is Spotify’s third U.S. price increase since 2023, following hikes in July 2023 and June 2024.
  • The new U.S. pricing places Spotify above Apple Music and YouTube Music on comparable individual plans.
  • Shares rose in premarket trading after the announcement, as the company continues to lean on pricing to lift revenue.