Updated May 2026
King vs Queen Sheets: How Much More Do King Sheets Cost?
King sheet sets cost $6 to $40 more than the queen version of the same set. Across 12 major retailers, the average gap is $18.
Smallest king markup
+$6
Average
+$18
Largest king markup
+$40
Queen vs King sheet prices, by retailer
Same brand, same model, both sizes. Sorted budget to premium.
| Retailer / model | Queen | King | King markup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics 400TC Cotton | $22 | $28 | +$6 |
| Target Threshold 400TC | $30 | $40 | +$10 |
| Walmart Mainstays Microfiber | $18 | $25 | +$7 |
| Costco Pinzon 400TC | $50 | $65 | +$15 |
| IKEA Dvala | $30 | $40 | +$10 |
| Bed Bath & Beyond Wamsutta | $60 | $80 | +$20 |
| Macy's Charter Club | $80 | $100 | +$20 |
| Brooklinen Classic Percale | $149 | $169 | +$20 |
| Parachute Percale | $109 | $129 | +$20 |
| Pottery Barn Classic Cotton | $129 | $149 | +$20 |
| Boll & Branch Signature | $248 | $278 | +$30 |
| Cozy Earth Bamboo | $339 | $379 | +$40 |
Prices captured from each retailer's website in May 2026. Sale prices fluctuate.
Why do king sheets cost more?
More fabric
A king flat sheet is roughly 108 by 102 inches. A queen flat sheet is 90 by 102 inches. That is 20% more fabric per sheet, which lines up with the typical 20% retail markup at most brands.
King pillowcases
A king sheet set includes two king pillowcases (20 by 36 inches each). A queen set includes two standard pillowcases (20 by 30 inches each). That is six more inches per case, which adds to the size markup.
Less competition at the top of the line
Budget retailers like Amazon and Walmart hold king markups to $5 to $7. Premium brands like Boll & Branch and Cozy Earth charge $30 to $40 more for king. The percentage markup is similar (15 to 20%) but the dollar gap grows with price.