This August 21, 2026 update examines New York City 24K gold price together with the latest ounce and listed carat references.
The New York City report links a local reference to the broader United States market and notes that final dealer prices vary by premium, fabrication and product availability.
New York City 24K Gold Price: Latest Comparison
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,604.40 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $148.02 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $135.70 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $129.53 |
Points to Check Before Requesting a Quote in New York City
Compare like-for-like offers: a bullion bar, coin and jewelry item should not be judged by the same premium structure.
A recorded movement of 1.63% is shown against the preceding saved reading. It is useful for historical comparison but does not explain why the market moved.
Practical step: ask for a written breakdown of the price, including purity, net weight, premium or workmanship, tax and any delivery charge.
This New York City page has been refreshed with the latest saved US reference. Individual dealer quotes may differ.
Intraday gold price updates in New York City
Today’s intraday summary
| Opening reference | $4,578.90 |
| Latest price | $4,604.40 |
| Intraday high | $4,619.50 |
| Intraday low | $4,578.90 |
| Daily change | 0.56% |
| Updates | 5 |
Gold prices remain stable in New York City — August 21, 2026 9:00 AM
The 24K gold reference in New York City was unchanged to $147.20 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,578.90. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.00%, and the latest price is in line with the first saved reading of the day by 0.00%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,578.90 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $147.20 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $134.95 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $128.81 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move higher in New York City — August 21, 2026 12:15 PM
The 24K gold reference in New York City rose to $148.42 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,616.80. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.83%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 0.83%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,616.80 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $148.42 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $136.06 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $129.88 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move higher in New York City — August 21, 2026 3:30 PM
The 24K gold reference in New York City rose to $148.51 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,619.50. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.06%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 0.89%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,619.50 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $148.51 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $136.14 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $129.96 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move lower in New York City — August 21, 2026 6:45 PM
The 24K gold reference in New York City declined to $148.02 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,604.40. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.33%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 0.56%. The price remains within today’s recorded range. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,604.40 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $148.02 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $135.70 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $129.53 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices remain stable in New York City — August 21, 2026 10:10 PM
The 24K gold reference in New York City was unchanged to $148.02 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,604.40. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.00%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 0.56%. The price remains within today’s recorded range. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,604.40 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $148.02 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $135.70 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $129.53 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Understanding the local price
Compare like-for-like products by purity, weight, quote time and buyback terms before making a decision.
The displayed figure is a metal-value reference before product premiums, fabrication, taxes and dealer margins.
Frequently asked questions
How is the gold price calculated in New York City?
The calculation starts with the global ounce price and the exchange rate to USD, then applies the campaign’s local market settings.
When are gold prices updated?
Prices follow the campaign schedule, while actual dealer quotes may vary during the day because of premiums, taxes and retail margins.
Last updated: August 21, 2026 6:15 PM. Figures depend on configured price and exchange-rate sources, and local prices may vary.
