Military Surplus Price Guide
What military surplus actually sell for at government surplus auctions.
Average Price
$453
Median Price
$7
Price Range
$1 – $58,000
Items Sold
1,090
Average Price by Source
Which auction sites have the cheapest military surplus?
| Source | Avg Price | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| HiBid | $148 | 459 |
| GSA | $248 | 2 |
| RitchieBros | $677 | 629 |
Average Price by State
Where are military surplus cheapest?
| State | Avg Price | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $2 | 1 |
| Guam | $5 | 3 |
| Kentucky | $5 | 7 |
| Mississippi | $8 | 1 |
| Tennessee | $10 | 2 |
| Nebraska | $12 | 6 |
| Iowa | $16 | 4 |
| Wisconsin | $18 | 33 |
| Louisiana | $29 | 3 |
| New Mexico | $33 | 82 |
| Indiana | $64 | 35 |
| Idaho | $90 | 9 |
| Texas | $110 | 65 |
| New York | $124 | 78 |
| Utah | $157 | 11 |
| Colorado | $158 | 28 |
| Nevada | $181 | 256 |
| Arizona | $236 | 14 |
| Pennsylvania | $255 | 200 |
| Ohio | $364 | 21 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do military surplus sell for at government auctions?
Based on 1,090 completed sales tracked by BidProwl, military surplus typically sell for a median of $7, with prices ranging from $1 to $58,000.
What is the cheapest source for military surplus at government auctions?
Among sources with enough sales to compare, HiBid has the lowest average sold price for military surplus at $148.
Are military surplus at government auctions a good deal?
Government surplus military surplus often sell below retail because agencies must clear inventory. Compare the current bid against the $7 median sold price before bidding, and factor in the buyer's premium and pickup costs.