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AI Cost Index Stability: June 2026 Insights

AI cost stability: Frontier model prices unchanged at $4.64 per 1M tokens from June 15 to June 29, 2026, with Budget options at $0.7.

June 29, 2026 · 2 min read · By MyTokenTracker

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The AI Cost Index has shown remarkable stability from June 15 to June 29, 2026, with the Frontier basket holding steady at $4.64 per 1M tokens. This consistency provides developers with a predictable cost environment for planning and budgeting AI projects.

$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 26: $4.64/Mtok Jun 27: $4.64/Mtok Jun 28: $4.64/Mtok Jun 29: $4.64/Mtok Jun 15 Jun 29
The AI Cost Index (Frontier basket), blended $/1M tokens over time.

During the observed period, the MyTokenTracker AI Cost Index for Frontier models remained flat at $4.64 per 1M tokens. This stability is crucial for developers who rely on predictable pricing to manage their AI-related expenses effectively.

The flat pricing indicates a mature market where flagship models have reached a price equilibrium. This can be attributed to balanced supply and demand dynamics, as well as efficient competition among leading AI providers.

While the Frontier basket remains stable, the Budget basket offers a significantly lower cost at $0.7 per 1M tokens. This substantial price difference highlights the accessibility of AI capabilities for projects with tighter budgets or those that do not require the most advanced models.

  • Frontier AI model costs are stable at $4.64 per 1M tokens, aiding budget forecasting.
  • Price stability suggests a mature and competitive AI market.
  • Budget models at $0.7 per 1M tokens offer cost-effective alternatives.
  • Predictable costs allow for strategic planning in AI deployment.

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 29, 2026.