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Microwave Price Analysis

Market data based on 10,190 eBay listings for microwaves.

What you'll usually pay

$144 typical price

Most are between$34–$401

Brand new$140

Used$145

On sale now10,190

👉 In short easy summary

The best value is found in 0.7 cu ft models and red units, both showing a -50% delta from the median. High-end pricing is driven by Over-the-Range types (+73%) and 1.6 cu ft capacities (+47%).

💚 Best value for your money

0.7 cu ft 2,375 on sale$72.69 · 50% cheaper

600-899 W 2,308 on sale$83.73 · 42% cheaper

0.9 cu ft 1,030 on sale$120 · 17% cheaper

1.1 cu ft 952 on sale$129 · 11% cheaper

Countertop 6,273 on sale$130 · 10% cheaper

Price by power

600-899 W

$83.73-42%

900-1199 W

$150+4%

1500-1799 W

$150+4%

Less than 300 W

$150+4%

300-599 W

$155+7%

1200-1499 W

$200+39%

Why? Prices peak at 200 for 1200-1499 W units and drop to 83.73 for 600-899 W models.

Price by capacity

0.7 cu ft

$72.69-50%

0.9 cu ft

$120-17%

1.1 cu ft

$129-11%

1.3 cu ft

$180+25%

1.2 cu ft

$201+39%

1.6 cu ft

$213+47%

Why? Larger 1.6 cu ft units command a median of 212.5, while 0.7 cu ft units average 72.69.

Price by type

Countertop

$130-10%

Not Specified

$141-2%

Built-In

$160+11%

Over-the-Range

$250+73%

Why? Over-the-Range models are the most expensive at 250, compared to Countertop models at 129.99.

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Common questions

What is the median price for a new microwave versus a used one?

The median price for new microwaves is 139.54, while used microwaves have a median of 145.05.

Which microwave type is the most affordable?

Countertop microwaves are the most affordable specific type with a median price of 129.99.

How much does a high-capacity microwave typically cost?

A 1.6 cu ft microwave has a median price of 212.5.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $34–$401, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 23, 2026.