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Measuring Tape Pricing
Current market statistics for measuring tapes based on 1,233 listings.
What you'll usually pay
$14.19 typical price
Most are between$6–$33
Brand new$13.97
Used$13.78
On sale now1,233
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in cloth and fiberglass tapes, both trading roughly 30% below the market median. Polyester options command the highest premium at 20% above the median.
💚 Best value for your money
Cloth 87 on sale$10 · 30% cheaper
Fiberglass 60 on sale$10.05 · 29% cheaper
Plastic 243 on sale$12.05 · 15% cheaper
Metal 77 on sale$13.79 · 3% cheaper
Price by material
Why? Prices vary by durability and application, ranging from polyester at 17.08 to cloth at 10.
🛒 Some on sale right now
Common questions
What is the typical cost of a measuring tape?
The market median price is 14.19.
Are used measuring tapes significantly cheaper than new ones?
Used tapes have a median of 13.78 compared to 13.97 for new items.
Which material is the most affordable option?
Cloth tapes are the cheapest with a median price of 10.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $6–$33, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 4, 2026.