Sacramento Custom Apparel Guide
How Much Does Screen Printing Cost in Sacramento?
A buyer-first, 2026-style guide to realistic pricing ranges, setup fees, minimums, and how to get accurate quotes.
Quick answer (Sacramento ranges)
Screen printing is usually cheapest per shirt once you order 50+. Under ~24 pieces, DTG may be a better fit.
Average screen printing prices in Sacramento
| Quantity |
1-Color Print |
2-Color Print |
3+ Colors |
| 24 shirts |
$12–$18 each |
$14–$20 |
$16–$24 |
| 50 shirts |
$9–$14 |
$11–$16 |
$13–$18 |
| 100 shirts |
$7–$11 |
$9–$14 |
$11–$16 |
| 250+ shirts |
$5–$9 |
$7–$12 |
$9–$14 |
Pricing varies by garment quality (Gildan vs Bella+Canvas vs AS Colour), print location (front only vs front+back), and timeline.
Typical setup fees in Sacramento
- Screen/setup fee: often $20–$40 per screen (each ink color usually means one screen)
- Artwork cleanup: commonly $25–$75 if the file isn’t print-ready vector
- Rush fee: often +15–30% for short timelines (varies by shop capacity)
If you want the lowest cost: keep colors to 1–2, and avoid rush production.
Minimum orders: what most Sacramento shops require
Many shops start around 24–50 pieces. Smaller runs may still be possible, but cost per item increases.
What increases your quote the most
- Multiple print locations (front + back + sleeve)
- More ink colors / simulated process printing
- Premium garments
- Specialty inks (puff, metallic, discharge, glow)
- Rush deadlines
How to get fast, accurate quotes
- Quantity (and sizes if possible)
- Garment type + preference (or budget)
- Print locations (e.g., left chest + full back)
- Ink color count (or attach art)
- Deadline + pickup/delivery preference
Want to skip the back-and-forth? Submit your specs once and request quotes.