As of July 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Jeep Wrangler (TJ) is actually worth $13,500 (fair range $11,900 to $15,100). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 461 recent confirmed sales, normalized for mileage, and blends auction hammer prices (grossed up for buyer's premium) with real-world asking behavior.
Sellers are currently asking a median of $11,000 — about 19% below what these cars have actually been selling for. Asks sitting below recent sold values can signal softening demand or motivated sellers.
As of July 2026, the Jeep Wrangler (TJ) market has 1,000 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $6,700, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $5,000 and $8,000. Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have decreased 9.7% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $15,500 to $14,000.
The typical Jeep Wrangler (TJ) on the market has 152,000 miles. Listings spend an average of 32 days on market before selling or being removed.
Current Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Pricing
A fair price for a Jeep Wrangler (TJ) in July 2026 is between $5,000 and $8,000 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $3,500 to $8,990 across 1,000 active listings.
Price Distribution (1,000 Active Listings)
Percentile
Price
Meaning
10th
$3,500
Budget / project cars
25th
$5,000
Below average price
Median (50th)
$6,700
Typical market price
75th
$8,000
Above average / premium
90th
$8,990
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $6,470, which is lower than the median, suggesting pricing is relatively symmetrical across the market.
Price by Mileage
Mileage Range
Listings
Median Price
Under 10,000 mi
17
$6,000
10,000 - 25,000 mi
23
$5,995
25,000 - 50,000 mi
7
$5,500
50,000 - 100,000 mi
100
$7,264
100,000 - 150,000 mi
317
$6,999
Over 150,000 mi
508
$6,500
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Price Trends
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have decreased 9.7% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q3, the median sale price was $14,000 across 7 sales, down from $15,500 in 2026-Q2.
On a year-over-year basis, Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices are down 19.5% ($14,000 vs. $17,387 a year ago).
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2024-Q4
99
$16,250
$16,544
2025-Q1
115
$15,991
$16,504
2025-Q2
139
$16,255
$17,172
2025-Q3
110
$17,387
$18,098
2025-Q4
110
$14,500
$16,075
2026-Q1
95
$14,116
$14,339
2026-Q2
96
$15,500
$17,044
2026-Q3
7
$14,000
$14,921
Best Value Jeep Wrangler (TJ) by Model Year
The 1999 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) offers the best value with a median price of $6,000 across 107 listings. The most expensive model year is 2005 at a median of $7,500.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
1997
128
$6,000
$2,500
$9,500
1998
114
$6,200
$2,500
$9,500
1999
107
$6,000
$2,500
$9,495
2000
135
$6,485
$2,500
$9,250
2001
102
$6,800
$2,500
$9,500
2002
74
$6,995
$3,000
$9,500
2003
85
$7,500
$2,500
$9,487
2004
126
$7,500
$2,500
$9,493
2005
53
$7,500
$2,500
$9,000
2006
76
$7,200
$2,500
$9,300
How Mileage Affects Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Value
Most price guides assume value falls linearly with mileage. It doesn't. CarSearch.Pro learns the actual price-vs-mileage curve for the Jeep Wrangler (TJ) from confirmed sales, referenced to a typical example at about 74,000 miles:
Odometer (approx.)
Value Multiplier
Implied Value
820 mi
1.76x
$23,713
5,650 mi
1.54x
$20,840
11,517 mi
1.57x
$21,255
21,227 mi
1.50x
$20,266
38,886 mi
1.28x
$17,329
64,022 mi
1.07x
$14,441
95,396 mi
0.89x
$11,997
147,528 mi
0.68x
$9,120
243,614 mi
0.73x
$9,874
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 820 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.76x the reference value. At the other end, 243,614-mile examples trade at about 0.73x. Implied values here are anchored to this market's True Value.
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Price Forecast
Horizon
Direction
Probability
Regime
Past Accuracy
6 months
↑ UP
51%
volatile
36% over 98 tests
12 months
↑ UP
51%
volatile
38% over 92 tests
24 months
↑ UP
53%
volatile
24% over 80 tests
These are probabilistic direction calls, not price targets. The "Past Accuracy" column is this model's real walk-forward record on the Jeep Wrangler (TJ) — every month we re-run the forecast as if we only knew what was knowable then, and grade it against what actually happened. We publish the hit rate either way. Full methodology & track record →
Where to Buy a Jeep Wrangler (TJ)
The highest concentration of Jeep Wrangler (TJ) listings is in TX with 136 active listings, followed by CA (94), FL (71), CO (69), MI (66).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in NY at $5,950, while NC has the highest at $14,995. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $9,045.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
TX
136
$11,926
CA
94
$10,900
FL
71
$9,995
CO
69
$9,900
MI
66
$7,264
GA
64
$10,000
AZ
58
$9,700
WA
51
$10,991
IL
48
$7,999
IN
40
$12,999
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Market Velocity
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) listings spend an average of 32 days on market. This represents moderate market velocity. Well-priced listings move quickly, but overpriced examples can sit. Buyers have time to be selective; sellers should price competitively.
The median time on market is 27 days. The lower median suggests most cars sell relatively quickly, while a smaller number of overpriced listings drag up the average.
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Buyer's Guide Summary
Fair price range: $5,000 to $8,000. The median is $6,700. Anything below $5,000 is a strong value; above $8,000 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending down: Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have dropped 9.7% recently. Patient buyers may benefit from waiting, but desirable examples still sell quickly.
Best value year: The 1999 model year has the lowest median price at $6,000, making it the most accessible entry point into Jeep Wrangler (TJ) ownership.
Take your time, but don't delay: Average days on market is 32. You have some time to research, but the best deals still go fast.