5.56 / .223 Ammo Prices & CPR
4,096 listings tracked · 2,710 in stock, across 15 retailers. Retailer feeds are checked every 15 minutes.
5.56 / .223 Cost Per Round History
5.56 / .223 Price by Month
| Month | Median cost per round | Lowest cost per round | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | 73¢/rd | 8.8¢/rd | -8.7% |
| October 2026 | 80¢/rd | 8.8¢/rd | -3.1% |
| September 2026 | 83¢/rd | 15¢/rd | -1.3% |
| August 2026 | 84¢/rd | 14¢/rd | +1.4% |
| July 2026 | 83¢/rd | 14¢/rd | -5.4% |
| June 2026 | 87¢/rd | 14¢/rd | -2.5% |
| May 2026 | 89¢/rd | 40¢/rd | -0.6% |
| April 2026 | 90¢/rd | 45¢/rd | — |
Median and lowest observed cost per round per calendar month, from in-stock listings tracked across supported retailers.
Want the whole market instead of one caliber? The Ammo Price Index chains these monthly medians across a fixed 12-caliber basket into a single month-over-month benchmark.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good cost per round for 5.56 / .223?
The best cost per round we're currently tracking for 5.56 / .223 is $0.30/round. A typical CPR across 1499 tracked offers is $0.72/round. Prices vary by brand, grain weight, and retailer.
Is 5.56 / .223 ammo cheap right now?
The typical cost per round for 5.56 / .223 is $0.72. Check our CPR trend chart above to see if current prices are above or below the 30-day average. Set a price alert to get notified when prices drop.
Where can I find the cheapest 5.56 / .223 ammo?
Based on our tracking across 15 retailers, the cheapest 5.56 / .223 ammo starting at $9.29/box. We compare prices from Ammunition Depot, BattleHawk Armory, Bereli, Brownells and more.
What makes 5.56 / .223 ammo a good deal?
A good 5.56 / .223 ammo deal depends on cost per round, round count, bullet type, and whether the product is in stock. Bulk range ammo is usually compared differently than defensive or match ammunition.
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5.56 / .223 Ammo Buying Context
5.56 and .223 ammo are among the most price-sensitive rifle searches because many shoppers compare bulk range ammo, defensive loads, and match-style cartridges in the same session. This tracker keeps current 5.56 / .223 prices, cost per round, and stock status in one place.
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