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

Across 1,097 completed United States government auctions since May 2026, the median generator sold for $285, with most closing between $100 and $880. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus generator?

Government agencies sell surplus generator through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live generator 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.

Generator: what it sells for at government auction

According to the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index, the median generator lot sold for $285 across 1,097 completed United States government auctions since May 2026, with most closing between $100 and $880. 27 states have enough completed sales for their own figure, and the month-by-month trend is below.

Median sale

$285

Typical range

$100–$880

Completed lots

1,097

Generator for sale at government auction

217 live generator auctions right now. 8 of them are below, soonest ending first.

Generator Wheel Kit

Randle, WA · Ends Sep 25, 2026

Peak Scientific Gas Generator/Pressure Regulator

$10

San Luis Obispo, CA · Ends Sep 25, 2026

Gasoline Generator Trailer

$500

Akron, OH · Ends Sep 25, 2026

30KW Diesel Generator

$2,025

Fultondale, AL · Ends Sep 25, 2026

Generac GP5000 5000 Watt Gas Generator

$96

Downers Grove, IL · Ends Sep 25, 2026

SHIPPING AVAILABLE Lot of 2 Smartmak Sauna Steamer, Portable 4L Upgrated Steam Pot Generator with Remote Con（43-02）

$50

Conley, GA · Ends Sep 25, 2026

Smart Power Hydraulic Generator

$50

New Carlisle, IN · Ends Sep 25, 2026

Generator Set

$120

Williamston, NC · Ends Sep 25, 2026

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Median sale price by month

2026-09

$312

2026-08

$453

2026-07

$519

2026-06

$461

2026-05

$598

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Other tools sold prices

Drill $53 Air compressor $152 Hand tools $92 DeWalt $56 Welder $225 Leatherman $2,358 Grinder $57 Milwaukee $34 Lathe $286 Folding knives $285

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus generator sell for at government auction?: Across 1,097 completed United States government auctions since May 2026, the median generator sold for $285, with most closing between $100 and $880. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus generator?: Government agencies sell surplus generator through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live generator 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 generator 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. Item prices are a title-matched valuation and are held deliberately conservative, so they can sit below the category figures in the GovAuctions.app Surplus Price Index. Free to cite with attribution.