Zipper Market Pricing
Analysis of 41,771 zipper listings to determine current market value based on material and functionality.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 53% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in molded plastic zippers, which trade 17% below the median. Premium pricing is driven by coil zippers (+42%) and regular 2-way functionality (+37%).
💚 Best value for your money
Price by color
Why? White zippers command a 23% premium over the median, while black and brown are slightly discounted at -2%.
Price by element/teeth material
Why? Coil zippers are the most expensive at 18.61, while molded plastic is the most affordable at 10.95.
Price by tape material
Why? Cotton tape carries a 37% premium, whereas metal tape is 8% below the median.
Price by functionality
Why? Regular 2-way zippers are the costliest at 17.99, while open-end zippers are the most common and affordable at 13.
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Common questions
What is the average cost of a new zipper on eBay?
The median price for a new zipper is 13.07.
Which zipper material is the most expensive?
Coil zippers have the highest median price at 18.61.
Are used zippers more expensive than new ones?
Yes, the used median is 19.99 compared to the new median of 13.07.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $4–$70, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 4, 2026.