Language Course Market Value
Analysis of 319,959 language course listings to determine current market pricing.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in Italian courses (-28% delta) and older publications from 2000-2009 (-18% delta). Conversely, Russian courses (+37% delta) and DVD formats (+112% delta) are seeing significant price increases.
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Price by language
Why? Prices vary by demand, with Russian highest at 12.82 and Italian lowest at 6.72.
Price by format
Why? Physical media and books command premiums, with Audio CDs at 20 and Trade Paperbacks at 8.94.
Price by publication year
Why? Antique materials are significantly more expensive, ranging from 25.37 for 1800-1899 to 7.68 for 2000-2009.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used language courses?
New courses have a median price of 17.99, while used courses have a median of 8.98.
Which language course is currently the most affordable?
Italian courses are the most affordable with a median price of 6.72.
How does the format affect the price of a course?
Audio CDs are among the most expensive formats at a median of 20, whereas Trade Paperbacks are lower at 8.94.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $4–$59, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 1, 2026.