Asked as “how much is blue fin tuna” · last updated 9/13/2026
Market estimate · USD
Global; USD benchmark based mainly on U.S. specialty retail · per per pound · researched 8/15/2026
Based on current public pricing from 2 sources. A more specific item or location would raise certainty.
Assuming you mean bluefin tuna meat to cook or serve as sushi, a useful specialty-retail estimate is $25–$150 per pound, with about $60 per pound as a general budgeting figure. That is approximately $55–$331 per kilogram, with a typical figure of $132 per kilogram. Lean cuts generally cost less than fatty belly cuts, and exceptional premium offerings can exceed this range. These are knowledge-based estimates, not live-verified quotes; prices vary substantially across countries and exclude shipping and taxes.
These estimates are not guaranteed quotes. Confirm species, cut, package weight, and delivered cost before buying.
Record-setting ceremonial tuna auction prices are not representative of ordinary retail prices.
Bluefin can contain elevated mercury. People who are pregnant or breastfeeding and children should consult local fish-consumption guidance; this is not medical advice.
Raw fish carries foodborne-illness risks, and 'sushi-grade' is not a universal safety certification. Seek properly handled seafood intended for raw consumption.
Check traceability and local rules because bluefin fisheries and trade are subject to conservation controls.
Cut
Lean akami usually costs less than medium-fat chutoro or highly fatty otoro belly.
Species and origin
Atlantic, Pacific, and southern bluefin differ in availability, sourcing, and market demand.
Quality and handling
Fat content, freshness, grading, and specialized freezing or cold-chain handling affect price.
Purchase channel
Whole-fish wholesale prices are not comparable with trimmed retail portions or restaurant servings.
Location and delivery
Local supply, import costs, seasonality, and refrigerated shipping can materially change the total.
Yellowfin tuna
$25/per poundBroad retail budgeting estimate for uncooked portions; often cheaper and leaner than bluefin.
Bigeye tuna
$35/per poundBroad specialty-retail budgeting estimate; quality and fat content vary.
Bluefin otoro belly
$120/per poundPremium fatty cut; exceptional products can cost substantially more.
Atlantic Bluefin Tuna
NOAA Fisheries · Species, fisheries, and management context; not a source for the retail price estimates.
Specialty seafood retail catalog
Browne Trading Company · Example specialty seafood retailer for checking bluefin cuts and current pricing; no live listing was verified for this report.
This is an AI-generated estimate for planning purposes. Prices vary by region, vendor, timing, and your specific situation. Confirm with providers before buying.