Bicycle Headset Market Value
Analysis of 18,496 bicycle headset listings to determine current market pricing.
What you'll usually pay
๐ก Used ones cost about 10% more here.
๐ In short easy summary
The best value is found in 1 1/8 in steerer tubes (-17%) and ACROS brand headsets (-22%). Conversely, threaded headsets (+30%) and lower assemblies (+58%) command the highest premiums over the median.
๐ Best value for your money
Price by steerer tube diameter
Why? Prices vary by standard, with 1 in tubes costing 37.03 and 1 1/8 in tubes costing 24.97.
Price by brand
Why? Pricing reflects brand positioning, ranging from ACROS at 23.27 to Chris King at 36.49.
Price by headset type
Why? Specialized components like lower assemblies (47.43) are more expensive than integrated options (26.41).
๐ Some on sale right now
Common questions
What is the median price for a new bicycle headset?
The median price for new headsets is 29.99.
Which headset type is the most expensive on average?
Lower assemblies have the highest median price at 47.43.
How does the price of a 1 1/8 in steerer tube headset compare to the market median?
A 1 1/8 in steerer tube headset has a median price of 24.97, which is 17% below the market median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $12โ$70, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 7, 2026.