Custom playing cards cost roughly $15–$35 per deck at low volume (10–50 decks) and drop to $2–$4 per deck in bulk (1,000+ decks) on 310gsm black-core paper, shrink-wrapped, with a printed tuck box available as a per-deck add-on. Premium finishes, 100% plastic stock, and custom packaging push the per-deck price up. Use the live quote calculator for exact pricing on your spec.
Pricing by quantity
| Quantity | Per-deck (paper, shrink-wrapped) | Use case |
|---|---|---|
| 10–25 | $22–$35 | Prototypes, executive gifts |
| 50–100 | $10–$15 | Small giveaways, weddings |
| 250–500 | $5–$8 | Trade-show swag, partner gifts |
| 1,000–2,500 | $3–$4 | Conference handouts, brand campaigns |
| 5,000–10,000+ | $2–$3 | Retail, large-scale promotion |
Numbers are typical ranges on standard spec — actual price depends on options below.
What changes the price
- Stock. 310gsm black-core paper is the baseline. 100% plastic adds ~30–50%.
- Finish. Smooth and matte are baseline. Embossed linen adds a small premium. Foil stamping, embossing, and spot UV add 15–40%.
- Card size. Standard poker and bridge are baseline. Jumbo and fully custom dielines add cost.
- Packaging. Shrink wrap is included. A printed tuck box is a per-deck upgrade. Custom rigid boxes typically add $2–$5/deck depending on quantity.
- Quantity. The single biggest lever. Doubling quantity often drops per-deck cost 20–40%.
- Rush. Available on most jobs; pricing depends on stock, quantity, and how tight the timeline is.
What's included in the base price
- Full-color CMYK printing on both sides of every card
- Shrink-wrap (printed tuck box available as a per-deck upgrade)
- Free print-ready file review
- Digital proof before press
How to get an exact quote
The fastest path is the pricing calculator — pick card type, stock, finish, packaging, and quantity and see the total in seconds. For non-standard sizes or premium packaging, send us your project and we'll quote within one business day.
