Several places offer coin counting services, with Coinstar kiosks being the most widespread option, often found in supermarkets and other retail locations.
- Coinstar kiosks allow you to exchange your coins for cash, e-gift cards, or charity donations.
- There’s a fee for converting coins to cash (up to 12.9% plus $0.99 per transaction), but the e-gift card option is usually free.
- Some locations even offer cryptocurrency purchases.
- You can find Coinstar kiosks in various stores, including Kroger, GIANT, and Walmart. You can use the Coinstar website or app to locate a kiosk near you.
- Many banks and credit unions offer coin counting services, and some provide them for free to their customers.
- It’s a good idea to check with your specific bank or credit union about their policies and fees before you visit.
- Some banks, like TD Bank, even have branded coin counting machines like the “Penny Arcade”.
- Examples of banks that may offer coin counting services include Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, U.S. Bank, TD Bank, Republic Bank, and credit unions.
- Some gas stations and convenience stores, like QuikTrip, may have coin-exchange machines.
- Major retailers like Walmart, CVS, Hannaford, Kroger, Ralphs, Meijer, Safeway, Winn-Dixie, and Wawa sometimes have coin-counting services, but availability can vary by location.
- If you’re not in a hurry, you can purchase a personal coin counter and roll your own coins, then take them to a bank.
- Consider using your coins directly for purchases, especially if it’s a small amount.
- Always verify the services and fees offered by a specific location before heading out with your coins.
- Check online or call ahead to ensure the coin counter is in service and to confirm their hours of operation.
Where can I take coins for cash for free?
Your local bank branch is a good place to exchange coins. The branch will typically give you coin wrappers for free. Credit unions or community banks are more likely to have free coin-counting machines for members. Coinstar machines are in many supermarkets, and Publix has its own machines.
Do Walmarts have coin counters?
Stop by a Coinstar kiosk at one of over 4,500 convenient Walmart locations and turn loose change into extra spending power.