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Used Ram 1500 A/C Compressor price

How much does a used Ram 1500 a/c compressor cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.

Ram 1500 · A/C Compressor

$161

median asking price

172 priced listings · $50–$405 · 6 trims

A used Ram 1500 a/c compressor costs $50 to $405, with a median asking price of $161. Based on 172 salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent): $161Grade B (good): $161

Ram 1500 a/c compressor price snapshot

USD

Low: $50
Average: $161
High: $405

300 listings reviewed · last updated Aug 2, 2026 · How we price

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$161–$161	1
Grade BStandard used	$161–$161	1
Grade CVisible wear	Updating	—
Grade XUngraded	$60–$60	1

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

new style (6 lug wheel), 3.6L
47 priced listings
$55–$405
Median$200
new style (6 lug wheel), 5.7L, 48 volt system (eTorque)
35 priced listings
$50–$285
Median$88
classic style (5 lug wheel), 3.6L
31 priced listings
$73–$285
Median$167
new style (6 lug wheel), 5.7L, 12 volt system (non-eTorque)
29 priced listings
$50–$257
Median$161
classic style (5 lug wheel), 5.7L
18 priced listings
$60–$213
Median$168
new style (6 lug wheel), 3.0L (diesel)
12 priced listings
$75–$300
Median$257

Model-year comparison

What does a Ram 1500 a/c compressor cost by year?

Year	Low	Median	High	Listings
2020	$50	$161	$405	300

Market analysis

How much does a used Ram 1500 a/c compressor cost?

Based on 172 listings, a used a/c compressor for the Ram 1500 runs $161 at the median, ranging $50–$405. That figure comes from 172 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index.

Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, new style (6 lug wheel), 5.7L, 48 volt system (eTorque), lists at a $88 median, while new style (6 lug wheel), 3.0L (diesel) commands $257, a 192% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.

Against comparable vehicles, the Ram 1500 sits 4% below the GMC Sierra 1500 ($168), 29% above the Jeep Grand Cherokee ($125), and 48% above the Ford Explorer ($109) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.

Buying a used a/c compressor: what to check

Ask for the donor vehicle's mileage. Lower-mileage parts carry more remaining life and resale value.
Confirm the warranty. Many salvage yards offer 30–90 day guarantees; some sell extended coverage.
Verify fitment against your VIN or the part number on your old unit, not just year and model.
Ask whether shipping and any core charge are included in the quoted price.

Common questions

Ram 1500 a/c compressor FAQ

How much is a used a/c compressor for a Ram 1500?

Based on 172 salvage yard listings, a used Ram 1500 a/c compressor lists between $50 and $405, with a median asking price of $161.

What affects the price of a used Ram 1500 a/c compressor?

Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 6 distinct trims/variants for this part. Check the variant table above, since interchange differences can change the price substantially. Always confirm fitment against your VIN or part number before buying.

Which Ram 1500 model years does this price guide cover?

This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2020. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.

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