Used iPads in the US typically sell for $120 to $605. iPads hold value better than most tablets, and the range mostly reflects which line it is — the standard, Air and Pro models age very differently.
What iPads are worth in the US
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | $606 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | $515 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | $394 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | $273 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | $151 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Guide ranges converted from sterling at the 2 August 2026 rate, not quotes — sellers set their own price. Grades are seller-declared; WishThrift does not inspect or verify them.
What lifts the price
- Pro and Air models, which stay in demand long after the base model has fallen away
- Larger storage, since nothing can be added later
What pulls it down
- Screen delamination or a lifting digitiser on older units
- Heavy corner dents, which suggest the screen has taken a shock
Selling an iPad in the US
Peer-to-peer payment apps dominate private sales, and buyers will usually offer one before they offer cash. Sales tax does not apply to a private sale between individuals.
Distances are the real constraint. State plainly whether you will ship or collection only, because a buyer three states away will otherwise ask.
Two practical things shape a US sale. Shipping is priced by dimensional weight as well as actual weight, so a light bulky item can cost far more to send than a heavy small one — measure the box before you quote. And meeting in person is common enough that many police departments now run designated safe-exchange areas in their car parks.
Working out what yours is worth
- Check the model number in Settings > General > About
- Compare sold listings for the same line, generation and connectivity
Getting it ready
- Sign out of iCloud and erase all content and settings so Activation Lock is cleared.
- Check whether it is Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi plus Cellular, because the cellular version is worth meaningfully more.
Photograph
- Back, angled in daylight to reveal scratches and any bend at the corners
- The About screen showing model, capacity and serial
Put in the description
- Which Apple Pencil generation it supports, if any
- Whether the charger and cable are included
Generation, storage and connectivity: “iPad Air 4th Gen 64GB Wi-Fi, Space Grey”. If it takes a particular Apple Pencil generation, mention it — that is a search buyers make deliberately, and stating compatibility saves you three messages.
Steady demand all year, rising before Christmas and at the start of the school year. Cellular models and larger storage sizes sell fastest.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the $606 a buyer pays is the $606 you keep. You and the buyer settle up and arrange the handover between yourselves; WishThrift does not hold the money or ship the item.
Where in the US
The United States is a big place and what sells well moves with it. These are the parts of the United States with their own page for iPads.
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Chicago
- Houston
- Phoenix
- Philadelphia
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- Dallas
- Austin
- San Jose
- Jacksonville
- Fort Worth
- Columbus
- Indianapolis
- Charlotte
- San Francisco
- Seattle
- Denver
- Washington
- Nashville
- Boston
- Las Vegas
- Portland
- Detroit
- Memphis
- Louisville
- Baltimore
- Milwaukee
- Albuquerque
- Fresno
- Tucson
- Sacramento
- Kansas City
- Mesa
- Atlanta
- Omaha
- Colorado Springs
- Raleigh
- Virginia Beach
- Long Beach
- Miami
- Oakland
- Minneapolis
- Tulsa
- Bakersfield
Common questions
Where can I sell an iPad in the US?
List it free on WishThrift and deal with the buyer direct. There is no selling fee, so the whole amount stays with you. Peer-to-peer payment apps dominate private sales, and buyers will usually offer one before they offer cash. Sales tax does not apply to a private sale between individuals.
Which generation is it?
Read it off the About screen rather than guessing from appearance. Several iPad generations look nearly identical and are worth very different amounts.
Does a cellular iPad sell for more than Wi-Fi?
Yes, consistently — it is one of the clearest price differences in the tablet market, so make sure your listing says which one you have.
Is an old iPad worth selling?
Often yes. Even models past their update window sell as reading, kitchen and children’s devices, though the price is modest.
More: how to sell an iPad, what iPads are worth, or Electronics across the United States.