The typical used truck lists for about $20,400 on the US market, with most between $6,800 and $47,997. ForCar reads real asking prices from 11,344 live trucks listings, refreshed daily — so you see what they actually cost, by model, budget and year. Free, no signup.
Most popular used trucks
The trucks buyers actually shop — with the typical price and how many are listed. Tap any for its full value breakdown.
Most reliable used trucks
The trucks that score highest for dependability — fewer problems, lower running costs:
Used trucks by budget
How many trucks fit each budget — and where to start looking.
Used trucks prices by model year
How many trucks are listed by year — newer years cost more, older years stretch a budget.
| Model year | Listings |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 179 |
| 2025 | 310 |
| 2024 | 562 |
| 2023 | 401 |
| 2022 | 620 |
| 2021 | 591 |
| 2020 | 559 |
| 2019 | 768 |
| 2018 | 725 |
| 2017 | 756 |
What to look for in a used truck
Before you buy, use the market to your advantage:
- Check the VINRecalls, salvage or rebuilt titles and accident history hit resale hard. Run a free VIN check →
- Compare to the marketIf the asking price is above the typical for that model, you have room to negotiate. Check if it's a good deal →
- Mind the towing and bed conditionA truck that towed heavy or hauled daily wears faster — check the frame, bed and drivetrain.
Prices by other types
Used trucks prices — FAQ
How much does a used truck cost?
The typical used truck lists for about $20,400 (the market median), with an average of $24,618. Most fall between $6,800 and $47,997, based on 11,344 live US listings.
What's the best used truck?
The most-listed used trucks are Chevrolet Silverado, RAM 1500, GMC Sierra, so you'll find the widest choice and easiest comparison. For dependability, see the most-reliable list above.
What's the cheapest used truck?
See the budget tiers above — 2,218 used trucks list under $10,000 and 3,853 under $15,000. The older model years and higher-mileage examples are where the cheapest sit.
Are used trucks going up or down in price?
ForCar tracks live listing prices continuously, so the figures here reflect the current truck market rather than a stale book value — updated daily as new listings come in.
What's the difference between price and value?
Price is what trucks are listed for (what a buyer pays). To value a specific truck you own, use the free car value calculator.