Average Cost of Golf Clubs

Many new golf players either rent their clubs or borrow a set from friends. But after a few games, not having your own set of golf clubs can become inconvenient. What happens if you show up for tee time and all of the sets have been rented out? Not to mention that playing with different sets can affect how well you will play. Each time you play with new clubs, you have to become accustomed to them. For many golfers, purchasing their own set of golf clubs is a wise choice. In this article we discuss the price of golf clubs and what you should expect to pay for a set.

How Much Do Golf Clubs Cost? $250 to $350

When researching, “How much is a set of golf clubs?”, you may be in for some initial sticker shock. A complete set of golf clubs can cost as much as $1,000. The good news is, your average beginner to intermediate player will still play a good game at a much lower price point, in the $250 to $350 range. 

When it comes to men’s and women’s clubs, there’s more of a difference than just the color of the bag. Women’s golf clubs are tailored to accommodate shorter heights and lighter body weights. And women’s clubs often have smaller shafts to fit smaller hands. When comparing within the same brand, you can expect men’s clubs to cost more than women’s. 

When shopping on Amazon, the average golf club sets cost:

Gender	Average Cost	Example
Men	$359
Women	$275

Kids and teens need smaller clubs. These sets are sometimes labeled “junior.” Younger golfers can expect to pay:

Age	Average Cost	Example
Kids	$123
Junior	$192
Teenager	$226

While left-handed clubs are harder to find, they typically cost the same as their right-handed counterparts.

When shopping for golf clubs, only buy from authorized sellers. The problem of counterfeit golf clubs is so widespread that there is a group to combat it, The U.S. Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group. Fake clubs are more than just a stolen logo or brand name; they are often of poor quality. This won’t do anything for your game, but it’s also a safety issue. The heads can fly off or shafts can break while you are playing. When shopping online for a set of golf clubs, look at customer reviews and understand any return policies.

 

What Does a Set of Golf Clubs Consist Of? 

According to official golf rules, players can carry up to 14 clubs at a time.  Many golf pros say that beginners and intermediate players won’t need that many. Full sets vary on what they contain but will have some combination of:

• Drivers
• Woods
• Hybrids
• 1 through 9 irons
• Pitching wedges
• Sand wedges
• Putters

At a minimum, beginner players should carry a driver, a 3 wood and a 5 wood, an assortment of irons, a wedge and a putter. As for irons, most beginning golfers won’t notice the difference between some of them. Beginners may want to carry 3, 5, 7 and 9 irons and add to their set as they become more experienced. Golf club sets also include a carrying bag and oftentimes club covers.

Purchasing a complete set is more economical than purchasing individual clubs. However, there are reasons some golfers prefer to buy a single club.

Cost of Golf Clubs by Type

When performance outweighs the need to keep costs low, building your own set can help you play your best game. And as you become more familiar with different brands, you may seek out one brand for woods and another for irons. When purchasing individual clubs, you can expect to pay: 

Type	Average Cost	Example
Driver	$195
Woods	$190
Irons	$211
Wedges	$114
Putters	$70

Average Cost Of Golf Clubs for Beginners: $200 to $300

New golfers may be tempted to buy the best clubs they can afford, but pros advise against this. Beginner sets have features that new players will appreciate, including larger clubhead sizes and lightweight graphite shafts. These sets are highly rated for new players:

Average Cost of Golf Clubs for Intermediate Players 

There is considerable overlap in golf club sets that are recommended for beginner and intermediate players. But in many intermediate sets, you can expect higher quality, larger bags to accommodate more clubs.  And often, these sets contain more irons. These sets come highly rated for any beginning player ready to step up their game:

Wilson Golf Men’s Ultra Complete Package Set, $287

Callaway Strata Women’s Ultimate Complete Golf set, $322

Precise Teenager Complete Golf Set, $190. This set is designed for youth 5ft to 5ft 8in, and is a good buy for teens who have outgrown their kid’s set.

Should I Buy Used Golf Clubs? 

Buying used golf clubs will save you money, as long as you are smart about it. It is always better to buy used golf club sets in person. Seeing the clubs in person will allow you to carefully inspect them and make sure they are in good working order. When purchasing used golf clubs, take into account any return policy the seller has.

Sources

https://www.golfspan.com/gear/clubs/best-golf-clubs-for-teenagers

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