Is Amazon Prime worth it if I live in a condo with package theft?

If package theft is a real problem in your condo, Prime is only worth it if you can reliably redirect deliveries to a secure option. Otherwise, the shipping perk gets much less useful.

Typical annual value (for a condo with theft risk):

• Prime with secure pickup options available: about $139/year can still make sense if you use Prime shipping, Prime Video, and deal perks regularly.
• Prime without secure delivery options: often not worth it unless you already use the entertainment and other benefits enough to justify the fee.
• Non-Prime alternative: often the better choice if you can buy less often and use free-shipping thresholds or pickup-only orders.

What to check before renewing:

• Amazon Locker/Counter near you
• Staffed front desk or package room that actually holds deliveries securely
• Workplace delivery or other safe delivery address
• In-unit or scheduled delivery options in your area

Rule of thumb: Prime is usually worth keeping if you regularly use 2–3 of these: secure fast shipping, Prime Video, Prime Day/deals, easy returns, Amazon Photos, or Prime Reading/Gaming. If you mostly want shipping but packages keep getting stolen, the membership may be a poor value.

Short caveat: prices, benefits, and delivery options change, so it’s worth checking current Prime pricing and any completed/real-world delivery options before renewing.