Sports Photo Market Value
Analysis of 46,712 eBay listings for sports photographs.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
Value is highest for Fanatics Authentic items (+100%) and Michigan, Georgia, or Alabama photos (+33%). The lowest prices are found in unauthenticated listings (-48%) and Penn State photos (-40%).
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Price by team
Why? Prices vary by team popularity, with Michigan, Georgia, and Alabama at 39.99 and Penn State at 18.
Price by autograph authentication
Why? Certification significantly impacts value, ranging from 15.59 for unauthenticated to 59.99 for Fanatics Authentic.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a new sports photo?
The median price for new listings is 48.
How much more do PSA or BAS authenticated photos cost compared to the market median?
PSA and BAS authenticated photos have a median price of 49.99, which is a 67% increase over the market median.
Which team has the lowest median price among the listed options?
Penn State Nittany Lions photos have the lowest median price at 18.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $3–$120, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 11, 2026.