Wisconsin Government & State Surplus Auctions (2026)
2,089 active government auctions in Wisconsin right now, listed by 55 named WI sellers across 11 official platforms. Most of it sits in La Crosse and Mt. Horeb (74 WI cities have lots open).
Government surplus in Wisconsin carries a median winning bid of $78 (typical range $16–$1,000), from 3,017 completed sales, per the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index.
Search all 2,089 Wisconsin auctions
Filter by price, distance, and when the auction ends
2020 Ford F150 XL Supercab 4WD Pickup Truck
Hudson, WI · 31 bids
51,557 miV6
2013 Ford F150 XL Supercab 4WD Pickup Truck w/ Toolbox Bed Cover
Stevens Point, WI · 26 bids
21,553 miV8
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Ext Cab 4WD 4 Door 8' Service Truck
Mount Horeb, WI · 25 bids
164,805 miV8
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 4WD Pickup Truck w/ Tonneau Cover
Hudson, WI · 21 bids
108,540 miV6
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Crew Cab 4WD Diesel Pickup Truck
Mount Horeb, WI · 20 bids
187,778 miV8
2006 Pierce Enforcer Pumper Fire Truck
Pewaukee, WI · 20 bids
98,149 miDiesel
2003 Ford MedTec Ambulance
Waukesha, WI · 19 bids
75,546 miDieselV8
2013 Ford E450 Lifeline Ambulance
Mount Horeb, WI · 19 bids
88,597 miV10
2012 Ford F150 XL Supercab 4WD Pickup Truck
Mount Horeb, WI · 18 bids
154,951 miV6
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4Door 4WD SUV - Police
Glendale, WI · 16 bids
51,113 miV8
1999 Lowe Roughneck 17' Jon Boat w/ 40HP Johnson Outboard Motor and Partan Trailer
Whitehall, WI · 14 bids
2013 Ford F150 Supercab 4WD Pickup Truck w/ Topper
Mount Horeb, WI · 12 bids
97,150 miV6
Who's Selling in Wisconsin Right Now
The 2,089 active Wisconsin lots come from 55 named sellers - counties, cities, school districts, universities, state agencies and federal sellers. The busiest right now:
- Wisconsin Surplus Online Auction - 1842 active listings
- Appleton, WI - 43 active listings
- Custom Truck One Source - 23 active listings
- GSA Fleet — U.S. General Services Administration - 17 active listings
- Public Surplus - 17 active listings
- University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Surplus, WI - 14 active listings
- Eau Claire, WI - 11 active listings
- Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations Inc. Government Remarketing, WI - 9 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 2,734 completed government auction sales in Wisconsin, by category.
| Category | Median | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicles | $2,632 | 868 |
| Electronics | $47 | 612 |
| Tools & industrial | $64 | 456 |
| Office furniture | $8 | 403 |
| Heavy equipment | $940 | 185 |
| Medical & lab equipment | $40 | 106 |
| Collectibles | $191 | 72 |
| Jewelry | $206 | 17 |
| Military surplus | $9 | 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 | $5,208 | 75 |
| HP EliteDesk | $20 | 72 |
| Trailer | $2,550 | 59 |
| File cabinet | $7 | 47 |
| Dump truck | $12,740 | 40 |
| Projector | $23 | 39 |
| HP laptop | $90 | 36 |
| Drill | $33 | 34 |
| Chevrolet Silverado | $13,000 | 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: 2026-10-19
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 - 1842 active listings
- GovDeals in Wisconsin - 133 active listings
- Purple Wave in Wisconsin - 40 active listings
- Public Surplus in Wisconsin - 38 active listings
- GSA Fleet Vehicle Sales - 17 active listings in Wisconsin
- Fannie Mae HomePath - 8 active listings in Wisconsin
- J.J. Kane Auctioneers - 7 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
- GSA Auctions - 1 active listing in Wisconsin
Government Auction Guides
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 2,089 open Wisconsin lots come from Wisconsin Surplus Online Auction (1842), GovDeals (133), Purple Wave (40), Public Surplus (38), and 7 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 (668), furniture (474), collectibles (211), vehicles (198), tools (133). 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), Eau Claire (180), Mount Horeb (162), Stevens Point (151), with lots open in 69 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.