Garbage truck: what it sells for at government auction

The median garbage truck lot sold for $6,825 across 32 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,762 and $20,928.

Median sale
$6,825
Typical range
$1,762–$20,928
Completed lots
32

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Median sale price by month

2026-06
$15,603
2026-05
$6,370

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus garbage truck sell for at government auction?
Across 32 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median garbage truck sold for $6,825, with most closing between $1,762 and $20,928. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus garbage truck?
Government agencies sell surplus garbage truck through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live garbage truck 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.

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Methodology: median final winning bid on garbage truck 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.