Wisconsin Government & State Surplus Auctions (2026)
1,908 active government auctions in Wisconsin right now, listed by 49 named WI sellers across 10 official platforms. Most of it sits in La Crosse and Mt. Horeb (65 WI cities have lots open).
Government surplus in Wisconsin carries a median winning bid of $75 (typical range $15–$947), from 2,932 completed sales, per the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index.
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2013 Chevrolet 3500 Diesel Road Rescue Ambulance
Ashland, WI · 15 bids
295,531 mi
2013 Ford F150 XL Supercab 4WD Pickup Truck
Mount Horeb, WI · 30 bids
118,356 miV6
2020 Ford F150 XL Supercab 4WD Pickup Truck
Hudson, WI · 29 bids
51,557 miV6
1999 Freightliner FL80 Crew Cab Darley Pumper Fire Truck
Eau Claire, WI · 26 bids
91,596 mi
2014 John Deere 5075M 2wd Diesel Utility Cab Tractor w/Front Broom & Rear Blade
North Lake, WI · 26 bids
60 HP
2011 Ford F250 Super Duty XL Reg Cab 4WD Pickup Truck
Wausau, WI · 12 bids
106,393 miV8
2014 Freightliner M2 4x2 DRW Single Axle 15' Altec Bucket Truck w/Venturo Crane
Mount Horeb, WI · 25 bids
324,734 miDiesel
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Ext Cab 4WD 4D Pickup Truck - Police
Mount Horeb, WI · 24 bids
163,672 miV8
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Dbl Cab 4WD Pickup Truck
Mount Horeb, WI · 24 bids
129,867 miV8
1992 John Deere 770BH Motor Grader
Lakewood, WI · 23 bids
9 hrsDiesel
2013 Ford F150 XL Supercab 4WD Pickup Truck w/ Toolbox Bed Cover
Stevens Point, WI · 21 bids
21,553 miV8
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Ext Cab 4WD 4 Door 8' Service Truck
Mount Horeb, WI · 20 bids
164,805 miV8
Who's Selling in Wisconsin Right Now
The 1,908 active Wisconsin lots come from 49 named sellers - counties, cities, school districts, universities, state agencies and federal sellers. The busiest right now:
- Wisconsin Surplus Online Auction - 1710 active listings
- Public Surplus - 32 active listings
- Custom Truck One Source - 23 active listings
- GSA Fleet — U.S. General Services Administration - 15 active listings
- University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Surplus, WI - 14 active listings
- Eau Claire, WI - 12 active listings
- Appleton, WI - 9 active listings
- Fannie Mae - 8 active listings
Seller names come from the source platform and change as lots sell, so this list moves week to week.
What Government Surplus Sold For in Wisconsin
Median winning bids from 2,650 completed government auction sales in Wisconsin, by category.
| Category | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles | $2,613 | 846 |
| Electronics | $46 | 603 |
| Tools & industrial | $64 | 425 |
| Office furniture | $8 | 396 |
| Heavy equipment | $814 | 170 |
| Medical & lab equipment | $40 | 106 |
| Collectibles | $191 | 72 |
| Jewelry | $206 | 17 |
| Military surplus | $8 | 15 |
Based on recent completed government auction sales in Wisconsin. Click any category for its full price history and recent sold examples.
Source: the GovAuctions Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.
Wisconsin Sold Prices by Item
The most-sold items at Wisconsin government auctions, with the median winning bid for each.
| Item | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| HP EliteBook | $67 | 77 |
| Ford Explorer | $5,265 | 72 |
| HP EliteDesk | $20 | 72 |
| File cabinet | $7 | 47 |
| Dump truck | $12,740 | 39 |
| Projector | $23 | 39 |
| HP laptop | $90 | 36 |
| Drill | $33 | 34 |
| Chevrolet Silverado | $13,000 | 28 |
| iPad | $111 | 28 |
Based on recent completed government auction sales in Wisconsin. Click any item for its full price history and recent sold examples.
Source: the GovAuctions Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.
Whether you're searching for Wisconsin gov auctions, State of Wisconsin surplus, Wisconsin state auctions, or government auto auctions in Wisconsin, this page pulls listings from federal GSA, HUD foreclosures, GovDeals, Public Surplus, and WI state and local agencies into one feed. Every lot is sold directly by the government agency that owns it - you bid on the original platform. Searching outside Wisconsin? Browse government auctions nationwide.Last updated: 2026-10-16
Wisconsin Auctions by Category
Or see these categories nationwide: Vehicles, Real Estate, Electronics, Tools, Equipment, Jewelry, Collectibles, Furniture.
Auctions Near You in Wisconsin
Most surplus is collected in person, so distance usually decides which lots are worth bidding on - a La Crosse lot and a Cadott lot are the same search but not the same drive. This page sorts by how far the pickup location is from you:
Top Cities for Wisconsin Auctions
Where Wisconsin Auctions Come From
Government surplus in Wisconsin is sold across several official platforms. Here's the current breakdown of active listings:
- Wisconsin Surplus Online Auction in Wisconsin - 1710 active listings
- GovDeals in Wisconsin - 84 active listings
- Public Surplus in Wisconsin - 43 active listings
- Purple Wave in Wisconsin - 40 active listings
- GSA Fleet Vehicle Sales - 15 active listings in Wisconsin
- Fannie Mae HomePath - 8 active listings in Wisconsin
- J.J. Kane Auctioneers - 5 active listings in Wisconsin
- HUD HomeStore - 1 active listing in Wisconsin
- Freddie Mac HomeSteps - 1 active listing in Wisconsin
- Municibid - 1 active listing in Wisconsin
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I find government surplus auctions in Wisconsin?
- Government surplus auctions in Wisconsin are listed on GSA Auctions (federal surplus), HUD HomeStore (foreclosed properties), GovDeals, Public Surplus, and the State of Wisconsin's own surplus platform. Right now the 1,908 open Wisconsin lots come from Wisconsin Surplus Online Auction (1710), GovDeals (84), Public Surplus (43), Purple Wave (40), and 6 other official platforms. GovAuctions aggregates them into one free, searchable feed, and you bid on the original platform.
- What can I buy at government auctions in Wisconsin?
- Government auctions in Wisconsin offer vehicles, heavy equipment, electronics, office furniture, tools, real estate, and seized property from federal, state, and local agencies in WI. The open Wisconsin lots break down as other (617), furniture (431), collectibles (211), vehicles (200), tools (117). Items are sold directly by government agencies with no middleman fees.
- Which cities in Wisconsin have the most government auctions?
- Surplus is collected in person, so the pickup city usually decides whether a lot is worth bidding on. The busiest Wisconsin pickup locations right now are La Crosse (201), Mt. Horeb (198), Mount Horeb (162), Eau Claire (142), Madison (140), with lots open in 60 more WI cities. Counts move as lots sell and agencies post new rounds.
- Are government auctions in Wisconsin legit?
- Yes - every listing on this page links directly to an official government auction platform (GSA, HUD, GovDeals, Public Surplus). There are no bid packs, credits, or "pay to access" schemes. GovAuctions is a free search layer on top of these official platforms; you bid on the original site.
- Are government auctions in Wisconsin open to the public?
- Yes. Government surplus auctions in Wisconsin are open to the public. Anyone can register and bid on items through official platforms like GSA Auctions. No special license is required.