How Much Is a Used Jet Ski Worth? (October 2026)
The median used jet ski on Commonplace lists for $3,500 as of October 22, 2026 — about 32% below new retail. The typical range is $1,600–$7,500. Sea-Doo sits at the high end at $5,000. Polaris is the value side at $1,350. These are asking prices on Commonplace, not sold prices.
Updated October 22, 2026 · Current asking prices on Commonplace · Methodology
Prices by brand
Dedicated brand indexes from current asking prices on Commonplace.
Prices by city and state
Asking prices on Commonplace, by city and state.
The trailer premium
A trailer in the listing moves the ask more than any single spec.
| Median ask, $ | Typical range, $ | |
|---|---|---|
| Trailer included | $4,000 | $1,925–$8,325 |
| No trailer mentioned | $3,500 | $1,500–$7,475 |
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Price by brand
Median asking price on Commonplace, by brand.
| Median ask, $ | Typical range, $ | |
|---|---|---|
| Sea-Doo | $5,000 | $2,350–$10,000 |
| Yamaha | $4,500 | $1,700–$8,725 |
| Kawasaki | $2,825 | $1,500–$5,375 |
| Polaris | $1,350 | $825–$1,950 |
Cuts too thin to be stable are not reported this edition.
Prices by city
Median asking price on Commonplace, by city.
| Median ask, $ | Typical range, $ | |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa, FL | $7,900 | $2,875–$9,250 |
| Charlotte, NC | $6,500 | $2,100–$9,400 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $6,300 | $2,800–$10,000 |
| Kansas City, MO | $5,550 | $1,825–$8,300 |
| Austin, TX | $5,500 | $2,050–$8,150 |
| New Orleans, LA | $4,000 | $950–$5,950 |
| Denver, CO | $3,900 | $2,825–$5,975 |
| Birmingham, AL | $3,500 | $2,000–$5,000 |
| Charleston, SC | $3,500 | $2,000–$7,000 |
| Chicago, IL | $3,500 | $1,775–$4,625 |
| Dallas, TX | $3,500 | $2,000–$7,500 |
| Houston, TX | $3,500 | $1,650–$4,750 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $3,350 | $1,000–$6,875 |
| Nashville, TN | $3,000 | $1,950–$5,125 |
| Boise, ID | $2,800 | $1,750–$7,425 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $2,675 | $1,750–$4,000 |
| New York, NY | $2,600 | $1,400–$6,575 |
| Miami, FL | $2,500 | $1,700–$4,000 |
| Washington, DC | $2,300 | $1,125–$3,700 |
| St. Louis, MO | $2,250 | $1,650–$4,600 |
| Detroit, MI | $2,225 | $1,800–$7,150 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $2,200 | $1,550–$4,800 |
| San Diego, CA | $2,000 | $1,250–$4,250 |
| Hartford, CT | $1,800 | $1,225–$5,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $1,500 | $950–$2,900 |
| Omaha, NE | $1,300 | $950–$2,625 |
Cuts too thin to be stable are not reported this edition.
Price by year
Median asking price on Commonplace, by model year.
| Median ask, $ | Typical range, $ | |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,675 | $11,975–$18,800 |
| 2023 | $14,650 | $10,375–$15,975 |
| 2022 | $12,150 | $8,500–$16,950 |
| 2021 | $11,900 | $8,400–$14,000 |
| 2020 | $8,750 | $6,400–$11,900 |
| 2019 | $7,850 | $4,775–$10,050 |
| 2007 | $5,000 | $3,600–$7,800 |
| 2006 | $4,750 | $2,375–$7,375 |
| 2004 | $3,450 | $3,000–$5,550 |
| 2003 | $2,850 | $2,350–$4,250 |
| 2002 | $2,800 | $1,250–$3,500 |
| 2001 | $2,500 | $2,075–$3,000 |
| 1998 | $2,350 | $1,500–$3,575 |
| 1997 | $1,650 | $1,400–$2,150 |
| 1996 | $1,500 | $1,050–$1,925 |
| 2000 | $1,500 | $1,000–$2,000 |
| 1995 | $1,300 | $850–$2,025 |
Cuts too thin to be stable are not reported this edition.
Value by age
Median asking price on Commonplace by age, counted from the model year in the listing.
| Median ask, $ | Typical range, $ | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 years old (2022 to 2024 models) | $13,900 | $11,050–$16,700 |
| 5 to 9 years old (2017 to 2021 models) | $8,850 | $6,125–$12,900 |
| 10 to 14 years old (2012 to 2016 models) | $7,225 | $5,000–$9,325 |
| 15 to 19 years old (2007 to 2011 models) | $5,650 | $3,925–$7,375 |
| 20 years or older (2006 and older models) | $2,000 | $1,400–$3,500 |
Cuts too thin to be stable are not reported this edition.
New MSRP vs. used asking prices
The entry recreation trim from each major brand, checked August 2026. Sea-Doo and Yamaha ask well above Kawasaki new, same as they do used.
| New MSRP | Source | |
|---|---|---|
| Sea-Doo GTI | $12,099 | sea-doo.brp.com |
| Yamaha WaveRunner VX | $12,399 | yamahawaverunners.com |
| Kawasaki Jet Ski ST 160 | $11,999 | kawasaki.com (via manufacturer press release) |
MSRP excludes freight/prep/dealer fees. A one-time check against each manufacturer's own site, not a live feed - re-verify before citing in a future edition.
How to read asking prices
These are asking prices on Commonplace, not a guarantee of what a seller will receive. Condition, location, and whether delivery is included all move the number. We report medians so a single unusual listing cannot move the print, and a typical range so you can see the spread rather than one figure pretending to be precision.
Methodology
Listings on Commonplace, United States, asks only. Figures are as of October 22, 2026 and rounded to the nearest $25. "Typical range" is the interquartile range, the middle 50% of asks. Medians are used throughout, never averages. Cuts that are too thin to be stable are omitted rather than printed with a caveat.
Source: Commonplace Used Jet Ski Price Index, October 2026. https://trycommonplace.com/blog/jet-ski-price-indexCommon questions
How much does a used jet ski cost?
The median jet ski on Commonplace lists for $3,500 as of October 22, 2026, with a typical range of $1,600 to $7,500. These are asking prices, not guaranteed sale prices.
How much is a used jet ski worth by age?
On Commonplace, a jet ski that is 2 to 4 years old (2022 to 2024 models) lists for a median $13,900. At 5 to 9 years old (2017 to 2021 models) the median is $8,850, about 36% less. These are asking prices, not guaranteed sale prices.
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