The standard AARP membership fee is $16 per year, whether you are joining or renewing. You can save on membership fees by signing up for Automatic Renewal, which costs $12 for the first year, or by choosing a longer term of membership.

Is it worth it to be a member of AARP?

If you have a look at all of the benefits and discounts offered from an AARP membership, and think those discounts will save you more than $16 a year, then it is definitely worth signing up.