The Big List of Senior Discounts
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Who says aging can’t have its perks? More than 100 million Americans are 50 years and older (that’s nearly one-third of the country’s population!), and as our demographic continues to grow, so does our buying power. With retirement and fixed incomes, saving money becomes a top priority. In this age of rising costs, it’s important to know where you can save a few extra dollars. That’s where senior discounts come in.
There are a range of businesses that offer discounts to senior citizens. From restaurants to retail stores, hotels to grocery stores, and everything in between, there’s a wealth of discounts available exclusively for seniors. Are you ready to join the throngs of smart and savvy seniors saving money every day? In this article, we’ll dive into senior discounts, covering everything you need to know to start taking advantage of these incredible deals. So let’s get started and discover the world of discounts that awaits you!
Discounts for Seniors: A Few Things to Keep in Mind
- These senior discounts are current as of the date of this publication. Stores can change their policies and rescind offers at any time.
- This is a work in progress. I will be adding (and deleting expired) discounts as they become available.
- Some senior discounts may have exclusions; for example you may be unable to stack coupons and other discounts.
- Depending on the company, offers can vary by store and location.
- Be prepared to verify your age; or to show proof of AARP membership where required.
- Some businesses will ask you to register for a store branded card to receive the senior discount. Branded cards are usually free to sign up for.
Senior Discounts: Grocery Stores
Food and groceries are one of our biggest expenses, so even a modest discount can make a difference. If your favorite grocery store isn’t listed here, that doesn’t necessarily mean they don’t offer senior discounts. If in doubt, just ask.
| Grocery Store | Discount Offered | Age to Qualify | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albertson’s | Varies by store | Varies by store and location | Primarily western states, including Arizona, Montana, and Nevada | Contact your local Albertson’s for additional details. |
| American Discount Foods | 10% | 62+ | Mesa, Arizona | Offer is valid every Monday. American Discount Foods is a grocery liquidator. |
| DeCicco Family Markets | Not specified | 62+ | New York state | Offer is valid on a designated day of the week on regularly-priced items. |
| Fred Meyer | 10% | 55+ | Northwest U.S. states including Washington, Idaho, and Alaska | Offer is valid on the first Tuesday each month and on select items. Discount also applies to other items, including clothing and home goods. |
| Harris Teeter | 5% | 60+ | Eastern U.S. states including North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland | Valid every Thursday. Also valid for other purchases except fuel, pharmacy, tickets and gift cards. Discount applies after all coupons and discounts have been deducted. |
| Hy-Vee | Varies by store | 55+ | Midwestern states including Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin | Senior discounts vary by location. |
| New Seasons | 10% | 65+ | Washington and Oregon | Offer is valid on Wisdom Wednesdays. |
| Tony’s Fresh Market | 10% | 62+ | Chicago and surrounding suburbs | Offer is valid on Tuesdays, and available at six of their locations. |
| TOPS Markets | 6% | 60+ | New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont | Offer is valid on the first Tuesday of each month and includes out-of-pocket prescriptions purchases. |
Senior Discounts: Restaurants
Eating out doesn’t have to be expensive if you take advantage of senior discounts, as well as early bird specials, promotions, and coupons, when offered. Also consider signing up for a free rewards program membership if it’s offered. One of my favorites is the MyPanera rewards program.
| Restaurant | Discount Offered | Age to Quality | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applebee’s Grill + Bar | 10 to 15% | 60+ | Nationwide | Offer is available at participating locations |
| Chili’s | Varies | Not specified | Nationwide | Chili’s does not have a company-wide policy. Call your local Chili’s for details. |
| Cici’s Pizza | Varies | Not specified | Nationwide | Cici’s does not have a company-wide policy. Call your local Cici’s for details. |
| Denny’s | Exclusive menus | 55+ | Nationwide | Check your location for 55+ menus, which offer a limited number of entrees at a reduced price. |
| Golden Corral | Between 4% and about 14% | 60+ | Nationwide | Discount amount vary by breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Their best offer is their Senior Early Bird Special, available from 11:00AM to 3:00PM. |
| Landry’s Seafood | 10% | AARP membership | Primarily southern states, including Florida, Texas, and South Carolina | Requires an AARP membership. |
| Rainforest Cafe | 10% | AARP membership | Select states, including Texas, Illinois, and Nevada | Requires an AARP membership. |
| Schlotzky’s | 10% | AARP membership | Select midwest states, including Illinois, Wisconsin, and Ohio | Requires an AARP membership which you must connect to your Scholtzky’s Rewards account. |
| Papa John’s | 20% | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. |
| Jamba | 10% | AARP membership | In most states | Requires an AARP membership which you must connect to your Jamba Rewards account. |
Senior Discounts: Hotels
Most major hotel chains offer a discount for seniors. When coupled with perks offered from their free loyalty programs (including free stays), traveling can be made more affordable.
| Hotel | Discount Offered | Age to Qualify | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IHG Hotels & Resorts | A percentage off their Best Flex Rate | 62+ | Global across all their brands | Discount rates vary by hotel. |
| Best Western Hotels & Resorts | Up to 15% off room rate | 55+ | Global across all their brands | Discount is available at select hotels. |
| Marriott Bonvoy | Offer varies | 62+ | Global across all their brands | Select Senior Discount under Special Rates when booking online. |
| Wyndham Hotels & Resorts | Special savings on their Best Available Rate; doesn’t mention a specific percentage off. | 60+ | Global across all their brands | Offer valid at participating properties. |
| Choice Hotels | Up to 10% off | 60+ | Global across all their brands | Offer valid on advanced reservations. |
| Hilton Hotels | 7% off their Best Available Rate | 65+ | Global across all their brands | Offer is only available at participating locations. |
Senior Discounts: Travel
In addition to the companies listed, be sure to check for senior discounts at attractions, amusement parks, and museums.
| Company | Discount Offered | Age to Quality | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| America the Beautiful Senior Pass | National Parks senior discount rate: $80.00 for a lifetime pass and $20 for an annual pass. The regular price of an annual pass without a senior discount is $80. | 62+ | Nationwide | Both the Lifetime and Annual Senior passes provide admittance to more than 2,000 recreation sites including national parks, forests, and wildlife refuges. The passes also includes discounts on amenity fees at many parks. |
| Amtrak | 10% off fare | 65+ for most fares on most Amtrak trains. 60+ for cross-border services operated by Amtrak and VIA Rail Canada | Nationwide | There are limitations. For example, the discount doesn’t apply to non-Acela Business class, First class or sleeping accommodations. |
| Delta Airlines | Available for certain markets | Not specified | Global | Delta doesn’t provide a lot of information about its senior discounts, just that it’s “available in certain markets.” These discounts are only available by contacting Delta Airlines directly. |
| United Airlines | Not specified | 65+ | Global | Offer valid for select destinations. Contact United Airlines directly. You can also earn miles for flights by signing up (for free) for a United Airlines MileagePlus membership. |
| Hertz Fifty Plus Program | Up to 20% off base rates | 50+ | Nationwide | You can earn additional perks when you sign up for the Hertz Gold Plus Rewards. |
| Vacations to Go | Not specified | 55+ | Global | Vacations to Go is a clearinghouse for discounted cruises. Per their website, they recommend asking your Vacations to Go agent to compare any available senior discounts with other discounts to find the best rate. |
| Royal Caribbean Cruises | Not specified | 55+ | Global | Exclusive discounts are available on select trips. |
Senior Discounts: Retail Stores
Unless there exceptions, these senior discounts apply to in-store purchases.
| Retailer | Discount Offered | Age to Qualify | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kohl’s | 15% off | 60+ | In most states | Valid every Wednesday. Can’t be used with other percent-off coupons. |
| Ross Dress for Less | 10% off purchase | 55+ | In most states | Valid for purchases made on Tuesday. |
| QVC Outlet | 10% off total purchase | 50+ | QVC has two outlet stores; Frazer, Pennsylvania and Brandon, Florida | Valid only at QVC’s physical outlet stores. |
| HSN Outlet Stores | 10% off total purchase | 50+ | HSN has two outlet stores; Largo and New Port Richey, Florida | Valid only on Tuesdays and at HSN’s physical outlet stores. Maximum savings is $50. |
| Michaels | 10% off total purchase | 55+ | In most states | Discount includes sale items. |
| Walgreens | 20% off regularly priced items | 55+ | Nationwide | Valid on designated days. |
| Rite Aid | 20% off | 65+ | Rite Aid is in 16 states. | Valid on regularly-priced purchases made on the first Wednesday of the month. |
| Coastal Farm & Home Supply | 10% | 55+ | Washington and Oregon | Valid on Tuesdays. |
Senior Discounts: Education
Continuing to learn is important, especially as we age. Here are some companies that offer discounts and courses for seniors.
| School | Discount Offered | Age to Qualify | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Udemy | Free course | None | Online | Free online course on work-at-home options for seniors. |
| Senior Planet from AARP | Free courses | 60+ | Online and in-person on a limited basis. | They offer courses on a variety of topics with a focus on fitness and technology. |
| Ancestry | 30% | AARP membership | Online | Requires an AARP membership. The discount is for 30% a one-year subscription. |
| State college systems | Varies | Varies | By state | Many state universities and community colleges offer free courses for seniors. Not all can be taken for credit. |
Senior Discounts: Auto and Electronics
If you drive, the senior auto discounts can be especially helpful.
| Company | Discount Offered | Age to Qualify | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JiffyLube | Varies by location | Varies | Nationwide | Ask about senior discounts before making an appointment. |
| Valvoline | 15% | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. |
| ADT Home Security | 5% | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. |
| Exxon Mobil | Extra points on purchases | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. You need to link your Exxon Mobil Rewards account with your AARP membership to earn extra points on purchases, including fuel, car washes, and convenience store items. Points are redeemable on fuel, car washes, and convenience store items. |
Senior Discounts: Health
If you shop at any of these pharmacies, you may be eligible to receive exclusive senior discounts.
| Company | Discount Offered | Age to Qualify | Location | Things to Know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walgreens Pharmacy | Not specified | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. Offer is available at participating retail pharmacy of AARP® Prescription Discounts. |
| CVS Pharmacy | Not specified | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. Offer is available at participating retail pharmacy of AARP® Prescription Discounts. |
| Kroeger Co. Pharmacy | Not specified | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. Offer is available at participating retail pharmacy of AARP® Prescription Discounts. |
| Walmart Pharmacy | Not specified | AARP membership | Nationwide | Requires an AARP membership. Offer is available at participating retail pharmacy of AARP® Prescription Discounts. |
| Rite Aid Pharmacy | 5 times the points | 65+ | Nationwide | Valid on first Wednesday of every month. Seniors also receive a free pharmacy consultation. |
Senior Savings: Other Ways Seniors Can Spend Less
Just Ask for a Discount
Just because a business doesn’t advertise senior discounts doesn’t necessarily mean it doesn’t offer them. If this is the case, it doesn’t hurt to ask.
Shop Online
One of my favorite online vendors is Vitacost, which is owned by Kroger. They don’t just offer vitamins, supplements, and toiletry items. You can also find some grocery items like ground coffee, snack items, peanut butter, and cereal, often at competitive prices. Vitacost is also big on offering special promotions and coupons; and there’s no membership fees required.
Register for a Store Loyalty Program
Loyalty programs are one of the easiest ways to score discounts on future purchases, coupons, and even free items. And they’re usually free to join.
Examples of loyalty programs include Kohl’s Rewards and Target Circle. One of my favorite rewards programs is MyPanera, where you can earn discounts on food and beverages (and even free items) after you make a random number of purchases.
Check Your Credit Card for Special Offers
Your credit company can be a good source of discounts and special offers. For example, Delta AMEX has administered Spend $50 get $10 back and Get 3% back type of offers for use at specific retailers.
Earn Cash Back on Your Purchases
Why not earn money back on your regular purchases? With the Ibotta app, you can earn cash back on purchases at stores like Target, QVC, Macys.com, and Chewy.
Earn Free Gift Cards
You can earn points when you shop, play online games, and take surveys with sites like MyPoints. You can then trade the points in for gift cards to places like Panera, Target, and Barnes & Noble.
By taking advantage of these savings, we seniors can stretch our budgets and continue to enjoy the things we love. It’s important to research and ask about available discounts, as they may vary by location and company. So go ahead, treat yourself and remember that age is just a number – especially when it comes to saving money. Keep living life to the fullest, and don’t forget to check for those senior discounts!
This post contains references to products from one or more of my advertising partners. When you click on a link to any of these products, I may be compensated. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Please visit my Earnings Disclosure & Disclaimer page for more information. Thanks for your support!
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