How much does a surplus welder sell for at government auction?

Across 212 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median welder sold for $155, with most closing between $75 and $638. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus welder?

Government agencies sell surplus welder through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live welder listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Welder: what it sells for at government auction

Name: Welder median final sale prices — United States government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median welder lot sold for $155 across 212 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $75 and $638.

Median sale

$155

Typical range

$75–$638

Completed lots

212

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Median sale price by month

2026-07

$155

2026-06

$240

2026-05

$224

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Welder sold prices by state

Ohio$185 (30)Missouri$566 (27)Iowa$243 (18)Tennessee$241 (13)Georgia$70 (11)South Carolina$520 (11)Kansas$1,430 (11)Texas$258 (10)California$178 (8)Arizona$130 (7)Nebraska$34 (6)Oklahoma$95 (6)Alabama$213 (6)

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus welder sell for at government auction?: Across 212 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median welder sold for $155, with most closing between $75 and $638. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus welder?: Government agencies sell surplus welder through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live welder listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on welder lots that closed on official United States government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.