Direct answer
The working number is $9–$75. Across the 18 amounts published for Bronzed Bunny Membership Benefits, the middle of the range lands at $25.50, the cheapest documented line is $5 and the highest is $75.
Two things decide what you actually pay for unlimited tanning membership: which tier of provider performs it, and which add-ons are treated as standard rather than optional at that location.
- Working range
- $9–$75
- U.S. market midpoint
- $45 per month
- Basis
- 18 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
Key takeaways
- $9–$75 is the working range for Bronzed Bunny Membership Benefits, from 18 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $5–$75 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for unlimited tanning membership is $45 per month.
- Add about 26% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained billed monthly, the annual cost is around $648.
- The largest single variable is bed level — level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
What the brand actually publishes
18 documented amounts, split into services, add-ons, plans and policy charges. Each keeps the precise label it was published under so you can match it against the menu you are shown at booking.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canopy walk-in session | $9 | $9 | — | Electric Beach Tanning |
| Single session | $9–$27 | $18 | $18 | Planet Tan; Hollywood Tans |
| TanCard setup fee | $10 | $10 | — | Electric Beach Tanning |
| Hybrid walk-in session | $15 | $15 | — | Electric Beach Tanning — Iowa |
| Entropy walk-in session | $24 | $24 | — | Electric Beach Tanning — Iowa |
| Spray tan | $25–$29 | $27 | $4 | Electric Beach Tanning |
| Wellness first-month offer | $29.99 | $29.99 | — | Zoom Tan |
| Five-session package | $35–$75 | $55 | $40 | Planet Tan |
| Spray session price range | $35–$45 | $40 | $10 | Zoom Tan |
| Natural spray tan | $42 | $42 | — | Tan Your Hide |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Membership freeze fee | $5 | $5 | — | Glo Tanning; Totally Tan & Spa |
| Lux One membership | $19.95 | $19.95 | — | Glo Tanning |
| Fast membership example | $19.99 | $19.99 | — | Sun Tan City — Louisville Highlands |
| Spray membership advertised starting price | $19.99 | $19.99 | — | Palm Beach Tan |
| VIP membership starting price | $24.95 | $24.95 | — | Image Sun Tanning Centers |
| Sun membership | $39 | $39 | — | Zoom Tan |
| Sun membership monthly | $39 | $39 | — | Zoom Tan |
| Instant membership example | $39.99 | $39.99 | — | Sun Tan City — Louisville Highlands |
A price documented for one location does not establish a national rate. Verify locally before booking.
How this compares with the wider U.S. market
Context, not a price list. The point of these numbers is to tell you whether the quote in front of you is standard for the U.S. in 2026.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited tanning membership | $20 | $45 | $110 | per month | Tier determines bed access and spray inclusions. |
| UV bed - level 1 | $6 | $11 | $18 | per session | Base-level bed, longest exposure time. |
| UV bed - level 2 | $10 | $16 | $26 | per session | Faster bronzing bed. |
| UV bed - level 3 | $15 | $23 | $36 | per session | High-pressure or hybrid equipment. |
| UV bed - level 4/5 | $22 | $34 | $55 | per session | Top-tier beds and stand-ups. |
| Spray tan (booth) | $25 | $45 | $75 | per session | Booth is lower-priced; hand airbrush costs more. |
Compiled national figures for context only. No brand on this page has published these numbers, and none of them is a bookable rate.
Regional price bands for this service
Location is normally the largest single variable. The national median for unlimited tanning membership is $45; the same appointment can land near $31 in a small market and $79 in a top-tier metro. That is a 2.5× spread on an identical service name.
| Market tier | Planning range | Multiplier | Example markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 - highest-cost metros | $61–$79 | 1.35–1.75× | Manhattan, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington DC, Miami Beach |
| Tier 2 - large metros | $50–$59 | 1.10–1.32× | Chicago, Los Angeles suburbs, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, San Diego, Portland |
| Tier 3 - mid-size metros | $42–$50 | 0.94–1.10× | Columbus, Kansas City, Charlotte, Nashville, Phoenix, Indianapolis |
| Tier 4 - small metro and rural | $31–$42 | 0.70–0.93× | Smaller cities, county seats and rural markets |
Derived by applying regional cost-of-doing-business multipliers to the $45 national median. Treat as a sanity check on a quote you have been given.
Where the extra money goes
Ranking these matters. Most people compares the headline price of two salons and ignore the four lines below it that end up setting the bill.
- Lotion purchase+$25–$90
The largest and least-expected line on a first visit.
- Membership tier+$15–$70
Each tier unlocks a different set of beds and spray inclusions.
- Contract term and freeze ruleschanges the contract, not the price
Minimum terms and freeze policies change the true cost.
- Bed level+$8–$40
Level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
- Enrolment or annual fee+$15–$60
Charged on top of the monthly rate at many chains.
Related cost breakdowns: UV Tanning Membership Cost, Monthly Tanning Membership Cost and Wellness Membership Cost.
The costly errors, ranked
These recur constantly in pricing disputes. Every one is avoided by asking once before the service starts.
- 1Buying lotion at the counter without checking the pricecosts $25–$90
The single largest surprise on a first visit.
- 2Joining before checking the freeze policycosts $60–$300
A plan you cannot pause bills through the off-season.
- 3Not asking about the enrolment or annual feecosts $15–$60
Charged in addition to the monthly rate at most chains.
- 4Assuming the membership covers every bedcosts $10–$40
Higher-level beds are generally an upgrade in addition to the plan.
If you want the policy detail behind these: Tanning Membership Worthwhile and How Tanning Membership Pricing Works.
What to say on the phone
Read these out. It takes under two minutes and it is the gap between a quote and a surprise. Save the last one for emphasis — a written quote settles any dispute at checkout.
- "What add-ons do you normally recommend for this service, and what does each cost?"
- "What is the exact price for unlimited tanning membership at my hair length and density?"
- "If I join the membership today, is there an enrolment or annual fee on top?"
- "What is your cancellation window, and what is the charge if I miss it?"
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
Then do one thing at checkout: ask for an itemised receipt. If a line appears that you were not told about, that is the moment to raise it — not after you have left.
From menu price to what you actually hand over
Work it forwards once and you will never be caught out again. A $39 service does not cost $39.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $39 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $8 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $47 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 8.1% | $3.81 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 22% | $10.34 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Realistic total | $61.15 | 57% above the menu price |
Worked at a $39 base with one add-on. Swap in your own quote and the proportions hold.
Plan for the total, not the base. The $22 gap between the two is the part people forget when comparing two salons.
You can run the numbers for your own service rather than doing this by hand.
Twelve months of unlimited tanning membership, priced out
A single $45 appointment is easy to justify. Maintained billed monthly, unlimited tanning membership becomes a $540 annual commitment at the national median — and that is the number worth deciding on.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $20 | 12 | $240 | — | $240 |
| National median | $45 | 12 | $540 | — | $540 |
| Premium provider | $110 | 12 | $1,320 | — | $1,320 |
Cadence comes down to typical maintenance intervals. Your own interval is the largest variable.
The cheapest lever is nearly always stretching the cadence, not finding a cheaper provider. Moving from 12 visits annually to 9 saves about $162 annually — normally more than switching salons would.
Is the monthly plan worthwhile?
The honest test is your realistic visit count, not your intended one. Most of us overestimate by 30–50%. Take the number below and check it against how you behaved last quarter.
| Monthly plan | Per-visit rate | Break-even | Annual visits needed | Annual cost | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $22 / month | $16 | 1.4 visits | 16 visits | $264 | Worthwhile above 1.4/month |
| $35 / month | $16 | 2.2 visits | 26 visits | $420 | Worthwhile above 2.2/month |
| $51 / month | $16 | 3.2 visits | 38 visits | $612 | Worth it above 3.2/month |
Excludes enrolment and annual fees. Add those before comparing plans over twelve months.
You can check the maths on your quoted rate against your actual visit count.
Gratuity, converted from percentages into money
Two rules do most of the work: tip on the service before tax, and tip the person who performed it.
| Gratuity rate | On $20 | On $45 | On $110 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $3 | $6.75 | $16.50 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $3.60 | $8.10 | $19.80 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $4 | $9 | $22 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $5 | $11.25 | $27.50 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- On a $45 service, the gap between an 18% and a 20% tip is $0.90. It matters less than whether you tip at all.
- At a resort or hotel spa, look for a service charge already applied before adding another tip.
- If more than one person worked on you, ask how tips are shared before assuming the lead provider receives all of it.
- If the salon owner performed the service, tipping is optional by convention - though seldom refused.
How this compares with the alternatives
Price is not normally the deciding factor. Line up the inclusions first — what is actually included — then compare the number.
Frequently asked - with the maths
How much is Bronzed Bunny Membership Benefits?
Plan on $9–$75. Across the 18 amounts documented here the median line is $25.50, the cheapest is $5 and the dearest is $75. The wider spread covers add-ons, plans and policy charges rather than the core service alone.
How much is membership freeze fee?
The published figure for membership freeze fee is $5. Glo Tanning; Totally Tan & Spa. A fixed $5 at one location does not make it a national rate.
Canopy walk-in session: what is the published amount?
Documented at $9 for canopy walk-in session. Electric Beach Tanning. Amounts like this are re-checked on a schedule and can move without warning.
Single session: what is the published amount?
Single session runs $9 to $27 - a $18 spread. Planet Tan; Hollywood Tans. Where you land depends chiefly on provider tier and how long the service takes.
What does tancard setup fee cost?
TanCard setup fee: $10 as published. Electric Beach Tanning. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for unlimited tanning membership before deciding whether it is competitive.
How much more than the menu price should I expect?
Add roughly 24%. On a $42 service that is about $52 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Around $648 a year at 12 visits (billed monthly), gratuity included. That figure is far more helpful than the $45 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
Why does the same service cost different amounts at different locations?
Mostly geography. The same service name maps to roughly $31 in a rural market and $79 in the most costly metros, a 2.5x spread. Provider tier and appointment length move it further.
What extra fees come with a membership?
Generally yes - $15–$60 in enrolment or annual charges is common. Always compare annual totals.
What happens if I stop tanning for a few months?
Freeze rules vary and are the single most important clause if you tan seasonally. A plan you cannot pause bills through the off-season regardless of use.
Sources and how we checked them
3 sources were reviewed for this page. Official brand pages are used for brand claims only; nothing here extrapolates one location's menu into a national rate.
- Official membership agreement
- Official brand and services page
- Official U.S. brand or regional first-party website
Prices move. Quoted a different figure, let us know and we will re-verify.
People also ask
Frequently asked questions
How much is Bronzed Bunny Membership Benefits?
Plan on $9–$75. Across the 18 amounts documented here the median line is $25.50, the cheapest is $5 and the dearest is $75. The wider spread covers add-ons, plans and policy charges rather than the core service alone.
How much is membership freeze fee?
The published figure for membership freeze fee is $5. Glo Tanning; Totally Tan & Spa. A fixed $5 at one location does not make it a national rate.
Canopy walk-in session: what is the published amount?
Documented at $9 for canopy walk-in session. Electric Beach Tanning. Amounts like this are re-checked on a schedule and can move without warning.
Single session: what is the published amount?
Single session runs $9 to $27 - a $18 spread. Planet Tan; Hollywood Tans. Where you land depends mainly on provider tier and how long the service takes.
What does tancard setup fee cost?
TanCard setup fee: $10 as published. Electric Beach Tanning. Compare that against the $45 U.S. median for unlimited tanning membership before deciding whether it is competitive.
How much more than the menu price should I expect?
Add approximately 24%. On a $42 service that is about $52 once sales tax and a 20% gratuity are counted - before any add-on accepted during the appointment.
What does keeping this up cost annually?
Roughly $648 a year at 12 visits (billed monthly), gratuity included. That figure is considerably more useful than the $45 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
Why does the same service cost different amounts at different locations?
Mostly geography. The same service name maps to around $31 in a rural market and $79 in the most costly metros, a 2.5x spread. Provider tier and appointment length move it further.
What extra fees come with a membership?
Normally yes - $15–$60 in enrolment or annual charges is common. Always compare annual totals.
What happens if I stop tanning for a few months?
Freeze rules vary and are the single most important clause if you tan seasonally. A plan you cannot pause bills through the off-season regardless of use.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.