Prices by type
| Type | Listed | Lowest | Median | Highest |
|---|
| 3 letters | 3 | $1,250 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
| 3 characters | 7 | $650 | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| 4 letters | 272 | $60 | $150 | $1,600 |
| 4 characters | 412 | $60 | $150 | $800 |
| 4 digits | 25 | $250 | $400 | $2,250 |
| Repeating letters | 11 | $500 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Semi-OG | 1 | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Words | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
Median = the middle asking price in each group (half the names cost less, half more), so one unusual listing can't skew it the way an average would.
What moves the price
- Length. Every character shorter means far fewer possible names: there are 17,576 three-letter combinations and 456,976 four-letter ones.
- Letters vs characters. Letter-only names cost more than the same length with a dot, underscore or digit.
- How it reads. Pronounceable, word-like or brandable names sell for several times a random string of the same length.
- Original email included. It makes the name much harder to reclaim, so buyers pay more for it.
More detail in our guide: how much is an Instagram username worth?
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FAQ
How much does an Instagram username cost?
On 5K Market right now, Instagram usernames range from $60 to $2,650 across 732 listings, with a median asking price of $150. 4-letter names are the most affordable (median $150) and 3-letter names cost the most (median $2,650).
What is the most expensive type of Instagram username?
Among the names listed right now, 3-letter usernames are the most expensive, with a median asking price of $2,650 and a top price of $2,650. Single- and two-character names are rarer still but almost never come up for sale.
How often is this data updated?
Every time a listing is added, sold or repriced: this page is built from the live listings each time it loads. The last change was on August 13, 2026.