Apple Music subscription prices are going up. Here’s what you’ll pay now

If you’re an Apple Music subscriber, you may notice a higher monthly bill.

Apple has increased prices for all of its Apple Music subscription plans in the U.S., marking the first price increase since 2022. The new pricing took effect July 17.

According to Apple, the increase is the result of rising music licensing costs.

“As a result of rising licensing costs, Apple Music is increasing its subscription price beginning today,” the company said in a statement.

Here’s what’s changing

That means:

• Individual plan: Up $1 per month
• Family plan: Up $3 per month
• Student plan: Up $1 per month

Why did Apple raise prices?

Apple says the increase is tied to the higher cost of licensing music, which helps compensate artists, songwriters and rights holders for content available on the streaming service.

The Apple Music price hike is part of a broader round of subscription increases. Apple has also raised prices for some Apple One bundle plans, while the individual Apple One plan remains unchanged.

Current subscribers will see the updated pricing reflected in their next billing cycle.