Google Cloud SQL for MySQL pricing
MySQL · Google Cloud · snapshot captured June 2026
Google Cloud SQL for MySQL is a managed MySQL offering from Google Cloud. It uses usage-based (vcpu + ram billed separately) + storage. Its representative entry tier is 2 vCPU / 8 GB (Enterprise edition, compute only) at ~$101/mo. SSD storage about $0.17-0.222/GB-month; HA roughly doubles the vCPU rate. No always-free Cloud SQL tier; covered only by the general $300 new-customer credit. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
Source: Google Cloud pricing. Data as of June 2026.
Google Cloud SQL for MySQL pricing tiers
| Tier | Specs | Hourly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 vCPU / 3.75 GB | Enterprise edition, custom machine | $0.07/hr | ~$49/mo | Compute only; derived from $30.11/vCPU-mo + $5.11/GB-mo. |
| 2 vCPU / 8 GB | Enterprise edition, custom machine | $0.14/hr | ~$101/mo | Compute only; storage billed separately. |
| 4 vCPU / 15 GB | Enterprise edition, custom machine | $0.39/hr | ~$282/mo | Vendor worked example, compute only. |
Source: Google Cloud pricing. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
At a glance
| Cost factor | Google Cloud SQL for MySQL |
|---|---|
| Engine | MySQL |
| Vendor | Google Cloud |
| Pricing model | Usage-based (vCPU + RAM billed separately) + storage |
| Representative tier | 2 vCPU / 8 GB (Enterprise edition, compute only) (~$101/mo) |
| Storage / extras | SSD storage about $0.17-0.222/GB-month; HA roughly doubles the vCPU rate. |
| Free tier | No always-free Cloud SQL tier; covered only by the general $300 new-customer credit. |
| Region note | us-central1 (Iowa), Enterprise edition, on-demand. |
Source: Google Cloud pricing page. Data as of June 2026.
Cost pros & cons
Where Cloud SQL saves money
- Flexible custom vCPU + RAM sizing instead of fixed instance classes
- Committed-use discounts and automatic storage increase
- Same per-resource pricing as Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL
Watch-outs
- Per-resource billing is harder to estimate than a flat instance price
- No always-free tier
- HA roughly doubles the compute rate
Accuracy note: Tier totals are computed from Google's published per-vCPU ($30.11/mo) and per-GB-RAM ($5.11/mo) rates; verify on the Cloud SQL calculator.
Google Cloud SQL for MySQL vs similar offerings
How Google Cloud SQL for MySQL compares with other managed MySQL and adjacent offerings:
| Offering | Engine | Representative tier | Est. monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Cloud SQL for MySQL (this offering) | MySQL | 2 vCPU / 8 GB (Enterprise edition, compute only) | ~$101/mo |
| Amazon RDS for MySQL | MySQL | db.t3.medium (2 vCPU / 4 GiB) | ~$52/mo |
| Azure Database for MySQL | MySQL | D2ds_v5 (2 vCore / 8 GiB, compute only) | ~$125/mo |
| PlanetScale | MySQL | PS-10 (smallest realistic production cluster) | ~$39/mo |
| Aiven for MySQL | MySQL | Startup-4 (2 CPU / 4 GB / 80 GB storage) | ~$75/mo |
| Amazon ElastiCache | Redis / Valkey | cache.t4g.micro (0.5 GiB) | ~$12/mo |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Google Cloud SQL for MySQL cost?
Google Cloud SQL for MySQL uses usage-based (vcpu + ram billed separately) + storage. Its representative entry is 2 vCPU / 8 GB (Enterprise edition, compute only) at ~$101/mo. SSD storage about $0.17-0.222/GB-month; HA roughly doubles the vCPU rate. snapshot captured June 2026 — verify on the vendor's pricing page.
Does Google Cloud SQL for MySQL have a free tier?
Not really. No always-free Cloud SQL tier; covered only by the general $300 new-customer credit.
What is the cheapest Google Cloud SQL for MySQL tier?
The smallest tier is 1 vCPU / 3.75 GB (Enterprise edition, custom machine): ~$49/mo. Compute only; derived from $30.11/vCPU-mo + $5.11/GB-mo. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
What should I watch for in Google Cloud SQL for MySQL pricing?
Watch-outs: Per-resource billing is harder to estimate than a flat instance price; No always-free tier; HA roughly doubles the compute rate. Tier totals are computed from Google's published per-vCPU ($30.11/mo) and per-GB-RAM ($5.11/mo) rates; verify on the Cloud SQL calculator.
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Source & accuracy
Figures are a dated snapshot from Google Cloud's pricing page (snapshot captured June 2026). Managed-database pricing is volatile and varies by region, tier, storage and discounts — verify current prices on the vendor's page before purchasing. This is an informational comparison, not a quote. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20