How Much Do Custom Playing Cards Cost? (2026 Pricing Guide)
Custom playing cards cost about $15–$25/deck at low volume and drop to $2–$5/deck in bulk. Full breakdown by stock, finish, packaging, and quantity.
Custom playing cards cost roughly $15–$25 per deck at low volume (10–50 decks) and drop to $2–$5 per deck in bulk (1,000+ decks) on 310gsm black-core paper with a standard tuck box. 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, tuck box) | Use case |
|---|---|---|
| 10–25 | $19–$25 | Prototypes, executive gifts |
| 50–100 | $8–$15 | Small giveaways, weddings |
| 250–500 | $5–$8 | Trade-show swag, partner gifts |
| 1,000–2,500 | $3–$5 | 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. Linen air-cushion adds a small premium. Foil stamping, embossing, and spot UV add 15–40%.
- Card size. Standard poker and bridge are baseline. Tarot, jumbo, and fully custom dielines add cost.
- Packaging. Standard tuck box is included. 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
- Standard tuck box (full color outside)
- Shrink-wrap
- 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.
FAQs
What is the cheapest way to print custom playing cards?
310gsm black-core paper with a smooth finish and a standard tuck box, ordered in quantities of 500+. Per-deck cost lands around $3–$5/deck in that range.
Why are some custom decks $20+ per deck?
Low quantities (under 50 decks), premium finishes (foil, embossing, spot UV), 100% plastic stock, and custom rigid boxes all add cost. A 15-deck order with foil and a rigid box can land at $30+/deck.
Is there a setup fee?
No setup fee on standard orders. Custom dielines (non-standard card sizes or tuck shapes) may carry a one-time tooling cost.
Do you offer wholesale or volume pricing?
Yes. Per-deck price drops at 100, 500, 1,000, and 5,000 deck breaks. Run the live calculator on our quote page for exact pricing.
Is shipping included?
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. Domestic ground shipping for a typical 100-deck order runs $25–$60.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to print custom playing cards?
310gsm black-core paper with a smooth finish and a standard tuck box, ordered in quantities of 500+. Per-deck cost lands around $3–$5/deck in that range.
Why are some custom decks $20+ per deck?
Low quantities (under 50 decks), premium finishes (foil, embossing, spot UV), 100% plastic stock, and custom rigid boxes all add cost. A 15-deck order with foil and a rigid box can land at $30+/deck.
Is there a setup fee?
No setup fee on standard orders. Custom dielines (non-standard card sizes or tuck shapes) may carry a one-time tooling cost.
Do you offer wholesale or volume pricing?
Yes. Per-deck price drops at 100, 500, 1,000, and 5,000 deck breaks. Run the live calculator on our quote page for exact pricing.
Is shipping included?
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. Domestic ground shipping for a typical 100-deck order runs $25–$60.
