Greeting Cards Price Trends
Analysis of 289,852 eBay listings for greeting cards and invitations.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 66% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
Value is highest in the 'All Occasions' and 'Notecards' segments, which show price increases of 50% and 61% respectively. Conversely, standard Greeting Cards and major brands like Hallmark have seen significant price drops, with Hallmark down 59%.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by occasion
Why? Prices vary by seasonal demand, with Christmas at 10.8 and Easter at 3.96.
Price by recipient
Why? Specialized family cards command higher prices (Family 10.95) than general friend cards (4).
Price by type
Why? Specialty formats like Envelopes (13.28) cost more than standard Greeting Cards (5.25).
Price by brand
Why? Handmade and boutique brands like Lovepop (13) outperform mass-market brands like Hallmark (3.25).
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Common questions
What is the median price for a standard greeting card on eBay?
The median price for a Greeting Card is 5.25.
Which brand has the highest median price?
Lovepop has the highest median price at 13.
Are used cards more expensive than new ones?
Yes, the used median is 12.93 compared to a new median of 7.78.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $2–$32, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 22, 2026.