As of August 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Jeep Wrangler (TJ) is actually worth $13,600 (fair range $11,900 to $15,200). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 455 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 August 2026, the Jeep Wrangler (TJ) market has 1,000 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $6,475, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $5,000 and $7,800. Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have decreased 2.0% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $15,300 to $15,000.
The typical Jeep Wrangler (TJ) on the market has 156,564 miles. Listings spend an average of 28 days on market before selling or being removed.
Current Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Pricing
A fair price for a Jeep Wrangler (TJ) in August 2026 is between $5,000 and $7,800 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $3,500 to $8,500 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)
$6,475
Typical market price
75th
$7,800
Above average / premium
90th
$8,500
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $6,218, 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
12
$6,000
10,000 - 25,000 mi
16
$5,500
25,000 - 50,000 mi
4
$8,985
50,000 - 100,000 mi
78
$6,850
100,000 - 150,000 mi
315
$6,500
Over 150,000 mi
557
$6,000
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Price Trends
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have decreased 2.0% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q3, the median sale price was $15,000 across 147 sales, down from $15,300 in 2026-Q2.
On a year-over-year basis, Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices are down 13.7% ($15,000 vs. $17,387 a year ago).
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2024-Q4
40
$17,050
$16,329
2025-Q1
115
$15,991
$16,504
2025-Q2
139
$16,255
$17,172
2025-Q3
110
$17,387
$18,098
2025-Q4
113
$14,500
$16,168
2026-Q1
130
$14,995
$15,125
2026-Q2
206
$15,300
$17,302
2026-Q3
147
$15,000
$16,178
Best Value Jeep Wrangler (TJ) by Model Year
The 1997 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) offers the best value with a median price of $5,900 across 162 listings. The most expensive model year is 2003 at a median of $7,000.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
1997
162
$5,900
$600
$8,995
1998
98
$6,000
$2,500
$8,900
1999
91
$6,500
$2,500
$8,987
2000
149
$6,250
$2,500
$8,988
2001
84
$6,400
$2,999
$8,914
2002
91
$6,500
$2,500
$8,900
2003
83
$7,000
$2,500
$8,900
2004
97
$6,500
$2,500
$8,987
2005
74
$6,989
$2,999
$8,985
2006
69
$6,845
$2,500
$8,900
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 74,496 miles:
Odometer (approx.)
Value Multiplier
Implied Value
820 mi
1.79x
$24,334
5,650 mi
1.57x
$21,315
11,601 mi
1.58x
$21,435
21,259 mi
1.55x
$21,073
38,811 mi
1.31x
$17,753
64,026 mi
1.07x
$14,568
95,195 mi
0.89x
$12,168
147,090 mi
0.68x
$9,239
243,614 mi
0.72x
$9,840
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 820 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.79x the reference value. At the other end, 243,614-mile examples trade at about 0.72x. 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
50%
volatile
35% over 99 tests
12 months
↑ UP
51%
volatile
38% over 93 tests
24 months
↑ UP
52%
volatile
23% over 81 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 119 active listings, followed by CA (94), FL (77), CO (73), MI (55).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in NY at $6,999, while IN has the highest at $13,215. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $6,216.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
TX
119
$10,995
CA
94
$10,500
FL
77
$9,900
CO
73
$9,794
MI
55
$9,280
GA
53
$10,000
IL
53
$10,000
AZ
50
$11,500
WA
49
$9,995
MA
37
$9,800
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Market Velocity
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) listings spend an average of 28 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 23 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 $7,800. The median is $6,475. Anything below $5,000 is a strong value; above $7,800 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Prices stable: Jeep Wrangler (TJ) values have been relatively flat. There is no urgency to time the market.
Best value year: The 1997 model year has the lowest median price at $5,900, making it the most accessible entry point into Jeep Wrangler (TJ) ownership.
Act fast: With an average of 28 days on market, good examples sell quickly. Have financing arranged and be ready to move on a listing within days.