As of October 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Jeep Wrangler (TJ) is actually worth $13,400 (fair range $11,800 to $15,100). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 453 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 18% below what these cars have actually been selling for. Asks sitting below recent sold values can signal softening demand or motivated sellers.
As of October 2026, the Jeep Wrangler (TJ) market has 1,000 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $6,500, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $5,000 and $7,990. Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have increased 10.0% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $15,000 to $16,500.
The typical Jeep Wrangler (TJ) on the market has 154,000 miles. Listings spend an average of 37 days on market before selling or being removed.
Current Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Pricing
A fair price for a Jeep Wrangler (TJ) in October 2026 is between $5,000 and $7,990 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $3,500 to $8,761 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)
$6,500
Typical market price
75th
$7,990
Above average / premium
90th
$8,761
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $6,391, 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
10
$5,000
10,000 - 25,000 mi
14
$5,000
25,000 - 50,000 mi
5
$4,400
50,000 - 100,000 mi
82
$7,989
100,000 - 150,000 mi
336
$6,700
Over 150,000 mi
539
$6,500
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Price Trends
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have increased 10.0% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q4, the median sale price was $16,500 across 10 sales, up from $15,000 in 2026-Q3.
On a year-over-year basis, Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices are up 13.8% ($16,500 vs. $14,500 a year ago).
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2025-Q1
15
$13,900
$15,244
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
210
$15,000
$17,214
2026-Q3
273
$15,000
$16,097
2026-Q4
10
$16,500
$16,350
Best Value Jeep Wrangler (TJ) by Model Year
The 2000 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) offers the best value with a median price of $6,000 across 134 listings. The most expensive model year is 2005 at a median of $7,495.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
1997
135
$6,500
$500
$9,045
1998
114
$6,000
$2,500
$9,000
1999
96
$6,000
$2,500
$9,100
2000
134
$6,000
$2,500
$9,034
2001
76
$6,500
$2,500
$9,000
2002
91
$6,700
$2,500
$9,000
2003
75
$6,900
$2,500
$9,100
2004
107
$6,995
$3,000
$9,000
2005
74
$7,495
$2,500
$9,030
2006
95
$6,995
$2,500
$9,089
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 73,838 miles:
Odometer (approx.)
Value Multiplier
Implied Value
576 mi
1.59x
$21,325
5,578 mi
1.55x
$20,799
11,579 mi
1.60x
$21,454
21,311 mi
1.59x
$21,317
39,111 mi
1.33x
$17,882
64,004 mi
1.06x
$14,264
94,667 mi
0.90x
$12,001
147,058 mi
0.67x
$8,944
243,614 mi
0.74x
$9,881
Low-mileage examples carry a real premium in this market: around 576 miles, cars trade at roughly 1.59x the reference value. At the other end, 243,614-mile examples trade at about 0.74x. 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
44% over 101 tests
12 months
↑ UP
52%
volatile
40% over 95 tests
24 months
↑ UP
53%
volatile
29% over 83 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 102 active listings, followed by FL (93), MI (74), IL (71), CA (70).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in MI at $5,000, while AZ has the highest at $7,500. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $2,500.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
TX
102
$7,100
FL
93
$6,888
MI
74
$5,000
IL
71
$6,500
CA
70
$7,500
CO
56
$6,695
NJ
55
$5,200
GA
54
$6,995
MA
47
$5,500
WA
40
$6,000
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Market Velocity
Jeep Wrangler (TJ) listings spend an average of 37 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 33 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 $7,990. The median is $6,500. Anything below $5,000 is a strong value; above $7,990 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending up: Jeep Wrangler (TJ) prices have risen 10.0% recently. Buying sooner may save money if the trend continues.
Best value year: The 2000 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 37. You have some time to research, but the best deals still go fast.