This report compares United States gold prices by carat for October 4, 2026, including the latest ounce and principal purity levels.
This report presents the latest recorded gold prices in United States in U.S. dollar, combining local karat values with the international ounce price and the most recent trend.
United States Gold Prices by Carat
| Asset Class | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $5 902,75 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $189,76 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $173,96 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $166,06 |
Gold Ounce and per-gram rates are shown together to make comparison easier. Retail quotes may vary among products and sellers because the final amount includes factors beyond the underlying gold value.
Understanding the Latest Saved US Reading
24K is showing only a small change versus the prior saved reading. The next updates will provide more context than a single quiet reading.
A coin or bar can include a separate dealer premium, while jewellery can include design and workmanship charges. These elements may change the final quote even when the underlying reference rate is the same.
For an item-specific comparison, ask the seller for the exact purity, net weight, premium, workmanship or fabrication charge, and any other amount that applies to that product.
Keep a record: note the date, carat, price and seller quote. This makes later comparisons clearer than relying on memory.
The weekly report adds another view of the stored US market history without predicting the next price move.
Understanding the local price
Compare like-for-like products by purity, weight, quote time and buyback terms before making a decision.
The displayed figure is a metal-value reference before product premiums, fabrication, taxes and dealer margins.
Gold market context in United States
Retail quotes can reflect dealer premiums, shipping, insurance and state or local sales tax where applicable.
Compare bullion bars, coins and jewellery separately because their premiums and resale conditions are not identical.
How to compare the current reading
Compare the latest figure with an earlier reading from the same source and a similar quote time. Separate the movement in metal value from fabrication charges, taxes and retail margins.
Match purity, weight, product type, delivery method and buyback terms. Bars, coins and finished jewellery may carry different premiums even when their gold content is similar.
What the rates mean for buyers
The table is a market reference expressed in USD, not a binding retail offer. The final price in United States can vary with availability, product premiums, taxes and dealer policy.
Request an itemised purchase quote and a separate resale quote. Confirm net weight, purity, invoice details and any testing or handling conditions.
Frequently asked questions
How is the gold price calculated in United States?
The calculation starts with the global ounce price and the exchange rate to USD, then applies the campaign’s local market settings.
When are gold prices updated?
Prices follow the campaign schedule, while actual dealer quotes may vary during the day because of premiums, taxes and retail margins.
Last updated: October 4, 2026 11:53 PM. Figures depend on configured price and exchange-rate sources, and local prices may vary.
