Yarn Market Prices
Analysis of 230,633 yarn listings to determine current market value by weight and fiber.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 5% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in Medium/Worsted weight yarn and Acrylic fibers, both showing negative deltas of -11% and -10% respectively. Premium value is concentrated in Cashmere and Merino Wool, both seeing a 39% increase over the median.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by weight
Why? Prices range from 16 for Medium/Worsted to 24 for Lace/Fingering.
Price by fiber content
Why? Acrylic is the most affordable at 16.18, while Cashmere reaches the highest median at 25.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a standard yarn listing?
The market median price is 18.
Which yarn weight is the most affordable?
4 - Medium/Worsted is the most affordable with a median of 16.
How do luxury fibers compare to acrylic in price?
Cashmere has a median of 25, while Acrylic has a median of 16.18.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $6–$43, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 4, 2026.