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Gold IRA Custodian Database

Compare every major IRS-approved Gold IRA custodian side by side — fees, account minimums, storage options, BBB ratings, and more. Sort any column. Filter by fee type, storage, or minimum.

12 Custodians Profiled

$0–$50k Account Minimums

$50–$395 Typical Annual Fee Range

Last Verified 2025

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Custodian	Founded	BBB	Setup Fee	Annual Admin Fee	Fee Type	Storage (annual)	Storage Options	Acct. Minimum	Metals Offered	Online Portal

Fee Type

Flat Same fee regardless of balance Tiered Scales with account value Percent Annual % of holdings

Storage Options

Segregated Your metals stored separately Commingled Pooled with other investors

Depository Partners Mentioned

Delaware Depository • Brink's Global Services • International Depository Services (IDS) • CNT Depository • Texas Precious Metals Depository

Lowest Setup Fee

Several custodians charge no account setup fee at all, including Goldco's recommended custodian and Noble Gold's partner.

Lowest Annual Admin

$75/yr

American Hartford Gold accounts under $100k pay just $75/yr in admin fees — one of the lowest flat rates in the industry.

Largest Custodian

Equity Trust

With $77B+ in assets under custody and 40+ years as an IRS-approved custodian, Equity Trust is the industry benchmark.

Flat Fee Advantage

High Balances

Flat-rate custodians become more cost-effective as your account grows. Percentage-based fees can cost far more on large accounts.

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Important Disclaimer: The data in this table has been compiled from publicly available sources including company websites, BBB profiles, and industry reviews as of 2025. Fee schedules change frequently — always verify current fees directly with each custodian before opening an account. Account minimums listed reflect those of the dealer or company that partners with the custodian; the custodian itself may not impose a minimum. This tool is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Gold IRA investments involve risk, including the possible loss of principal. Consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. GoldInvestmentAnalyst.com may receive compensation from affiliate links on this page.