How Much Do Political Yard Signs Cost? (2026 Campaign Pricing Guide)
Every campaign runs into the same question early: how much are yard signs going to cost, and where does "cheap" cross the line into "falling apart by October"? Yard signs are one of the highest-visibility, lowest-cost tools a campaign has — but only if you buy the right material at the right quantity. Here's what political yard signs actually cost in 2026, what drives the price, and how to keep it low without wasting your budget on signs that won't survive the season.
The short answer
Political yard signs are priced per unit, and the unit price drops sharply as you order more. As a rough 2026 guide for standard 18"×24" single-sided corrugated plastic signs:
- Small runs (50–100 signs): roughly $3–$6 per sign
- Mid-size runs (250–500 signs): roughly $2–$3.50 per sign
- Large runs (1,000+ signs): often under $2 per sign
At Packeze, [political yard signs start at $[PRICE] per sign, with stakes included on bundle orders] — see current pricing on the [Political Yard Signs hub → /political-yard-lawn-signs/]. The single biggest lever on your total cost is quantity: doubling your order rarely doubles your price.
What actually drives the price
Five things move the number up or down:
Quantity. This is the big one. Printing is mostly a setup cost, so the more signs you run, the lower each one costs. If you're close to a price-break threshold (say, 450 signs when 500 unlocks a better rate), it's often cheaper to order the higher tier.
Size. The 18"×24" sign is the campaign standard and the best value. Smaller 12"×18" signs cost less and suit tight budgets or bike-corridor placement; larger 24"×36" roadside signs cost more but earn more attention on high-speed roads.
Sides. Single-sided signs are cheaper. Double-sided makes sense for corners and medians where traffic sees both directions — but you don't need it for every sign, so mix your order.
Material. This is where "cheap" gets dangerous. Signs printed on thin stock or with low-grade ink fade, warp, and crack before Election Day. Genuine 4mm corrugated plastic ("coroplast") with UV-stable ink holds color and shape through a full outdoor season. Paying slightly less for material that fails mid-campaign is the most expensive mistake you can make.
Stakes. Signs need [yard sign stakes → /product/h-stakes] to stand up. Some printers quote signs without stakes to look cheaper, then add them at checkout. Confirm whether stakes are included — Packeze includes them on [campaign bundles → /marketing-bundles/].
How to get cheap campaign signs without cheap signs
"Cheap" should describe your unit cost at volume, not the quality of what shows up. A few ways to keep the total down:
- Buy once, in volume. Splitting one 1,000-sign campaign into three separate 300-sign orders means paying setup three times. Estimate your full-season need up front and order it together.
- Order 10–20% extra. Signs get damaged, moved, and taken. Building in a replacement buffer on the first order is cheaper than a rush reprint in October.
- Keep most signs single-sided. Reserve double-sided for the corners and medians that actually need it.
- Bundle your ground game. If you also need door hangers for canvassing or direct mail, a [campaign bundle → /marketing-bundles/] that combines signs, [door hangers → /product/custom-door-hangers/], and [EDDM mail → /product/eddm/] usually beats buying each separately.
- Order early. Rush turnaround costs more and, in peak season, may not be available. Ordering 6–8 weeks out gives you standard pricing and time to fix any proofing issues.
What a typical campaign spends
A rough picture by race size (18"×24" single-sided, standard corrugated plastic, stakes included):
Race sizeTypical sign orderBallpark total
Local (city council, school board)
100–300
a few hundred dollars
Countywide
500–1,000
roughly $1,500–$3,000
Legislative / large district
2,000–5,000+
scales down toward ~$1.50–$2 per sign
Your exact number depends on quantity breaks and options — the [Political Yard Signs hub → /political-yard-lawn-signs/] shows current per-unit pricing and bundle rates.
The bottom line
Political yard signs are cheap where it counts — cost per impression — as long as you buy enough of them and don't cut corners on material. Order in volume, include a replacement buffer, keep most signs single-sided, and make sure stakes are in the price. Do that and you'll get campaign-season durability at the lowest realistic unit cost.
Ready to price your run? [Shop political yard signs and campaign bundles → /political-yard-lawn-signs/] — full-color, corrugated plastic, stakes included, with bulk pricing built for candidates.
FAQ
How much do political yard signs cost? Standard 18"×24" corrugated plastic political yard signs run roughly $3–$6 each in small quantities and under $2 each at 1,000+, since unit price drops as volume rises. Stakes and double-sided printing add to the cost.
Are cheap political yard signs any good? Yes — if "cheap" means a low unit price at volume on real 4mm corrugated plastic with UV ink. Avoid thin stock or low-grade ink that fades and cracks before Election Day.
Do political yard signs come with stakes? Not always — some printers price signs and stakes separately. Packeze includes stakes on campaign bundles; always confirm before comparing quotes.
How many yard signs should a campaign order? Local campaigns usually order 100–500, countywide races 500–2,000, and larger races several thousand — plus 10–20% extra for replacements.