Key takeaways
Rosuvastatin treats high cholesterol and related conditions.
The rosuvastatin 20 mg price without insurance averages about $600 for a 90-day supply.
To get rosuvastatin without insurance for less, use a SingleCare discount card, compare pharmacy prices, or ask about lower-cost statins.
Rosuvastatin (brand-name Crestor) belongs to a class of medications called statins. It is prescribed to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems in certain people, including those with high cholesterol. Rosuvastatin can be expensive without insurance, but a SingleCare discount, a lower-cost statin, or financial assistance may help reduce the cost.
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How much does rosuvastatin cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the average rosuvastatin 20 mg price is $609 for 90 tablets. Taking rosuvastatin for a year will cost about $2,400 without health insurance.
Other statins may cost less than rosuvastatin. Statins primarily lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and can reduce the risk of serious cardiovascular events, including heart attacks and strokes. They work by blocking a liver enzyme involved in cholesterol production, although individual statins differ in their effects, side effects, and drug interactions.
Some people may consider lower-cost natural remedies or dietary supplements for high cholesterol. While some may help lower cholesterol when combined with diet and exercise, they are not substitutes for prescription cholesterol medications.
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Compare rosuvastatin prices to related drugs |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Rosuvastatin | $609 for 90, 20 mg tablets | $14 for 90, 20 mg tablets of generic rosuvastatin at Food Lion | See latest prices |
| Brand-name rosuvastatin (Crestor) | $1,038 for 90, 20 mg tablets | $813 for 90, 20 mg tablets of brand-name Crestor at Kroger | See latest prices |
| Zocor
(simvastatin) |
$1,035 for 90, 20 mg tablets | $7 for 90, 20 mg tablets of generic Zocor at Kroger | See latest prices |
| Pravastatin | $312 for 90, 40 mg tablets | $17 for 90, 40 mg tablets of generic pravastatin at Kroger | See latest prices |
| Lipitor
(atorvastatin) |
$707 for 30, 40 mg tablets | $8 for 30, 40 mg tablets of generic Lipitor at Kroger | See latest prices |
| Lovastatin | $127 for
90, 20 mg tablets |
$15 for 90, 20 mg tablets of generic lovastatin at Kroger | See latest prices |
Is rosuvastatin covered by insurance?
Rosuvastatin is commonly covered by private health insurance, employer-sponsored plans, Medicare, and Medicaid. However, coverage and out-of-pocket costs vary by plan.
The cost of rosuvastatin with insurance depends on factors such as the plan’s formulary, copay, deductible, and coinsurance. Some plans may place generic rosuvastatin on a lower-cost drug tier. Certain plans may also cover low-dose rosuvastatin as a preventive medication with no copay, depending on eligibility and plan rules.
How to get rosuvastatin without insurance
Manufacturer patient assistance programs may be available for some brand-name medications, although eligibility requirements apply, and these programs are less common for generic drugs like rosuvastatin. Thankfully, there are other ways to save.
1. Use a SingleCare discount
A SingleCare savings card can reduce the cash price of prescription medications. For example, a 90-day supply of generic rosuvastatin may cost nearly $600 less with SingleCare than the average retail price. The card is free to use, regardless of income or insurance status. Registered members may qualify for additional savings, and it is free to sign up.
2. Compare pharmacy prices
Like other retail purchases, significant savings on prescription medications can sometimes be found simply by shopping around. Prescription drug prices vary from pharmacy to pharmacy. You can also browse the SingleCare prescription drug directory or use the SingleCare app to find the best price.
3. Ask your prescriber about rosuvastatin alternatives
Some statins cost less than rosuvastatin. Ask your insurance company which statins are less expensive than rosuvastatin with your plan. Then, ask your healthcare provider whether a lower-cost statin would be appropriate. Statins differ in potency, drug interactions, and side effect risks, so a cheaper alternative may not be suitable for everyone.
4. Consider Medicaid or Medicare Extra Help
Medicaid provides health coverage to eligible people with limited income and resources. Coverage and out-of-pocket costs vary by state, but prescription drug costs are generally low or free for eligible enrollees. Medicare Extra Help helps people with limited income and resources pay Medicare Part D premiums, deductibles, and other prescription drug costs. Income and other eligibility requirements apply to both programs. Visit your state’s Medicaid website for additional information, eligibility criteria, and enrollment forms.
5. Research financial assistance from your local community
For people with low incomes, community resources may help provide rosuvastatin at a very low price or, in some cases, for free. Start with your local health department. They can direct you to resources and providers, including low-cost pharmacies, patient assistance programs, government-subsidized healthcare programs, and community clinics.
Some community clinics are also 340B providers that can purchase outpatient drugs at significantly reduced prices. Depending on the clinic and its policies, those savings may help reduce prescription costs for eligible patients. Local health departments can provide the names, addresses, and phone numbers of these providers, as well as other community resources that may help pay for needed medicines.
The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Sep. 23, 2026. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our coupon page for updated drug prices at pharmacies near you.
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- Help with drug costs, Medicare.gov (2026)
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