Federal Prison Commissary Price List
The Federal Prison Commissary Price List is the definitive comparison of what things cost inside federal prisons. Prices are extracted directly from the official BOP commissary lists published by each facility, which vary by institution and change without notice. The monthly spending limit is $460 (raised from $360 in May 2026 by PS 4500.13). [1]
Price Comparison Table
| Item | USP Atwater (Jun 2023) | FCI Englewood | FCI Leavenworth (Jun 2026) | FCI El Reno | FCI Cumberland (Feb 2025) | FCI Miami (Nov 2018) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramen (pack) | $0.50 | $0.30 | $0.45 | $0.30 | $0.50 | $0.30 |
| Coffee (house brand) | Keefe $3.45 | Regular $2.05 | Keefe $6.75 | Keefe $2.95 | Colombian $2.50 | Colombian $3.40 |
| Bar soap | Dial $1.70 | Dial $2.70 | Dial $1.95 | Dial $1.30 | Dove 4-pk $9.65 | Dove $2.10 |
| Deodorant | Degree $3.25 | Degree $2.60 | Degree $3.90 | Degree $3.10 | Sure $2.80 | Degree $2.25 |
| Shampoo (basic) | VO5 $1.95 | VO5 $1.65 | VO5 $2.30 | VO5 $1.45 | VO5 $1.95 | VO5 $1.60 |
| Toothpaste | Colgate $3.50 | Ultrabrite $1.80 | Aim $2.00 | Colgate $3.00 | Colgate $1.50-3.50 | Colgate $3.00 |
| Sneakers | Reebok $46.80 | (special order) | (sandals only) | Reebok $41.60 | (SPO) | (special order) |
| Radio | Diamond $36.75 | Radio $29.50 | Sangean $30.85 | Sangean $52.00 | Diamond $38.95 | Sangean $45.50 |
| Headphones | Koss $40.95 | Koss $36.35 | Koss $36.40 | Skullcandy $19.50 | Koss $30.95 | Koss $36.40 |
| Sweatshirt | $15.35 | $16.60 | $20.15 | $16.35 | $18.15 | $15.50 |
| T-shirt (short sleeve) | $7.95 | $6.85 | $7.15 | $6.50 | $7.80 | $6.50 |
| Underwear (boxer briefs) | $5.80 | FOTL 3-pk $16.50 | $11.70 | $5.15 | $5.20/pack | 5-pk $19.50 |
| Stamps (Forever) | $0.63 | $0.50 | $0.78 | (book $11.00) | $0.73 | $0.50 |
| MP3 player | $68.40 | $88.40 | (tablet $141.70) | $88.40 | (tablet $131.30) | $88.40 |
Sources: All prices extracted from the official BOP commissary lists:
- USP Atwater (warden-signed June 29, 2023)
- FCI Englewood
- FCI Leavenworth (REV June 2026)
- FCI El Reno
- FCI Cumberland (February 2025)
- FCI Miami (November 2018)
Dating note: Stamp prices date the lists — $0.50 stamps indicate a 2018-2023 era list; $0.73-$0.78 stamps indicate 2025-2026. Some BOP commissary lists are years stale; this is the BOP's own problem, not ours. Check the source date before relying on any individual price.
What the $460 Buys
At the current $460/month limit, an inmate could theoretically buy:
- ~1,000 packs of ramen (at $0.45/pack) — or
- ~136 house-brand coffees (at $3.40) — or
- 1 pair of sneakers + 30 ramen + soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste + 4 t-shirts + 2 sweatshirts — the realistic monthly shop for someone with family support
Excluded from the limit: stamps, copy-card purchases, over-the-counter medications, and Special Purchase Order (SPO) items may sit outside the cap depending on facility policy. Check your facility's supplement.
How to Deposit Money
| Method | Fee | Speed | How |
|---|---|---|---|
| MoneyGram ExpressPayment | $6-9 (varies) | 2-4 hours | Receive code 7932; account = 8-digit register number + last name (no spaces) |
| Western Union Quick Collect | $6-12 (varies) | 2-4 hours | Code city FBOP, DC; online at send2corrections.com or any agent |
| USPS money order | Free (postage only) | 5-15 days | Mail to: Federal Bureau of Prisons, [Name], [Reg #], PO Box 474701, Des Moines, IA 50947 |
| Personal check | Not accepted | — | No cash, no personal checks by mail |
See Also
| Federal Prison System | |
|---|---|
| Topics | Security Levels · Designation · SHU / Solitary · Commissary · Phones & Email · Grievances · FSA Credits · Commissary Prices |
| Browse | All Facilities · Closed · Consultant Directory · 2026 Closures |
- ↑ "Program Statement 4500.13". Federal Bureau of Prisons. Retrieved November 11, 2026.