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Merit Badge Market Value
Analysis of 14,937 eBay listings for merit badges to determine current market pricing.
What you'll usually pay
$2.99 typical price
Most are between$2–$38
Brand new$3.99
Used$6.25
On sale now14,937
💡 Used ones cost about 57% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in individual listings with a market median of 2.99. Mixed lots command a significant premium with a 485% increase in median price compared to unspecified units.
💚 Best value for your money
Not Specified 12,249 on sale$2.49 · 17% cheaper
Price by unit of sale
Why? Prices scale from 2.49 for unspecified units up to 17.5 for mixed lots.
🛒 Some on sale right now
Common questions
What is the typical price for a single merit badge?
The median price for a single unit is 3.99.
Are used merit badges more expensive than new ones?
Yes, the used median is 6.25 compared to a new median of 3.99.
How much more do mixed lots cost compared to the general market median?
Mixed lots have a median price of 17.5, while the overall market median is 2.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $2–$38, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 26, 2026.