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AI Cost Index Shows Stability in Frontier Pricing

AI Cost Index remains stable at $4.64 per 1M tokens for Frontier models, offering predictability for developers.

June 25, 2026 · 2 min read · By MyTokenTracker

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The MyTokenTracker AI Cost Index reveals a consistent price for Frontier models, holding steady at $4.64 per 1M tokens from June 15 to June 25, 2026. This stability offers developers a predictable cost framework.

$3.40/Mtok $4.23/Mtok $5.05/Mtok $5.88/Mtok Jun 15: $4.64/Mtok Jun 16: $4.64/Mtok Jun 17: $4.64/Mtok Jun 19: $4.64/Mtok Jun 20: $4.64/Mtok Jun 21: $4.64/Mtok Jun 22: $4.64/Mtok Jun 23: $4.64/Mtok Jun 24: $4.64/Mtok Jun 25: $4.64/Mtok Jun 15 Jun 25
The AI Cost Index (Frontier basket), blended $/1M tokens over time.

Over the ten-day period, the AI Cost Index for the Frontier basket of flagship models has shown remarkable stability. The price remained flat at $4.64 per 1M tokens. This consistency suggests a mature market where significant price fluctuations are currently absent.

For developers, this flat pricing trend means that budget forecasting for projects utilizing these high-end models can be more accurate and less prone to unexpected cost increases. This is particularly beneficial for long-term projects where financial planning is critical.

In contrast, the Budget basket stands at a significantly lower price point of $0.7 per 1M tokens. This substantial price difference highlights the cost efficiency of Budget models, which could be a compelling option for projects where cost is a more critical factor than the cutting-edge performance of Frontier models.

  • Frontier model costs remain stable at $4.64 per 1M tokens.
  • Predictable pricing aids in accurate budgeting for developers.
  • Budget models offer a low-cost alternative at $0.7 per 1M tokens.
  • Consider model choice based on budget constraints and project needs.

About this data. Figures are from MyTokenTracker live data (AI Cost Index, open data API), free to use and cite under CC BY 4.0. Snapshot: June 25, 2026.