2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor price snapshot
- Low
- $40
- Average
- $124
- High
- $318
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Ram 1500 AC Compressor prices
Year-specific used AC compressor pricing for the 2018 Ram 1500, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor
A used 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor costs between $40 and $318, with a median of $101 from 135 salvage yard listings.
What the AC compressor does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used AC compressor price guide →
Also known asA/C CompressorAir Conditioning Compressor
Price summary
A used 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor costs $40 to $318, with a median asking price of $101. Based on 135 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2014–2022 (9 model years), updated Aug 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$103
Grade B (good)$101
Grade C (fair)$100
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$50–$31890 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$24729 listings
Grade CVisible wear$100–$1002 listings
Grade XUngraded$40–$20014 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$318 | 90 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$247 | 29 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $100–$100 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $40–$200 | 14 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$103
Grade B$101
Grade C$100
Ungraded$110
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $40–$318 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor replacement cost?
- Used part
- $101
- 2018 Ram 1500 median asking price
- Labor
- $285–$900
- 3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $385–$1,000
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for AC compressor replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include refrigerant evacuation and recharge, and a new receiver/drier if required. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full AC compressor replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Ram 1500 compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 150 observed listings, including 135 with posted prices. Its $101 median is 24% below the Ram 1500 guide's $133 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #1 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022. Shopping across all 9 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
What does a Ram 1500 AC compressor cost in other years?
2025100 listings$223$75 – $3872024300 listings$103$37 – $4252023350 listings$164$35 – $2582022350 listingsCompatible$108$35 – $4252021350 listingsCompatible$159$30 – $2712020300 listingsCompatible$161$50 – $4052019300 listingsCompatible$123$50 – $4062017150 listingsCompatible$152$50 – $2492016150 listingsCompatible$159$50 – $2492015150 listingsCompatible$190$60 – $300
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$162median
$106$249
03wide ±287%
Alternator
$108median
$25$644
04wide ±127%
Axle Shaft
$195median
$50$547
05wide ±76%
Blower Motor
$172median
$30$290
06wide ±292%
Brake Caliper
$65median
$20$399
07wide ±195%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$497median
$85$2,025
08wide ±207%
Front Bumper
$250median
$50$1,084
09wide ±123%
Rear Bumper
$290median
$85$799
10wide ±289%
Car Radio
$184median
$35$1,100
11wide ±207%
Center Console
$181median
$40$790
12wide ±162%
AC Condenser
$150median
$30$515
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Control Arm
$147median
$40$684
14
Differential
Price data updating
15wide ±220%
Door Assembly
$391median
$90$1,810
16wide ±192%
Drive Shaft
$190median
$47$777
17wide ±186%
Engine
$3,615median
$1,115$14,535
18wide ±197%
Engine Computer
$155median
$40$650
19wide ±285%
Exhaust Manifold
$100median
$30$600
20wide ±113%
Fender
$380median
$95$950
21wide ±177%
Fog Light
$110median
$20$410
22wide ±199%
Front Seat
$200median
$56$852
23wide ±211%
Fuel Pump
$159median
$30$700
24wide ±211%
Fuel Tank
$200median
$45$888
25wide ±264%
Grille
$340median
$55$1,850
26wide ±291%
Headlight Assembly
$400median
$70$2,400
27wide ±183%
Heater Core
$106median
$40$428
28wide ±123%
Hood
$723median
$125$1,906
29wide ±157%
Ignition Switch
$99median
$25$335
30wide ±225%
Instrument Cluster
$50median
$25$250
31wide ±207%
Intake Manifold
$135median
$40$600
32wide ±284%
Master Cylinder
$99median
$25$588
33wide ±184%
Side Mirror
$250median
$49$970
34wide ±176%
Power Steering Pump
$128median
$30$480
35wide ±105%
Quarter Panel
$510median
$175$1,250
36wide ±230%
Radiator
$165median
$40$800
37wide ±228%
Rear View Mirror
$103median
$30$500
38wide ±211%
Starter
$76median
$20$341
39wide ±144%
Steering Column
$195median
$50$612
40wide ±71%
Steering Rack
$1,200median
$564$2,277
41wide ±190%
Steering Wheel
$175median
$45$711
42wide ±290%
Strut
$200median
$40$1,199
43wide ±267%
Sunroof
$313median
$71$1,745
44wide ±222%
Tail Light
$260median
$45$1,200
45wide ±154%
Tailgate
$773median
$180$2,559
46wide ±193%
Throttle Body
$81median
$29$342
47wide ±109%
Torque Converter
$345median
$150$900
48wide ±302%
Transfer Case
$232median
$50$1,450
49wide ±204%
Transmission
$700median
$147$3,000
50wide ±220%
Transmission Control Module
$120median
$20$549
51wide ±120%
Turbocharger
$426median
$121$1,144
52wide ±293%
Water Pump
$60median
$20$372
53wide ±217%
Wheels
$214median
$45$975
54wide ±158%
Window Regulator
$120median
$25$405
Common questions
2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor?
Based on 135 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor lists between $40 and $318, with a median asking price of $101.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor?
Using a used part, a 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor replacement typically runs $385–$1,000 all-in: the median used AC compressor for this year lists at $101, and independent-shop labor for AC compressor replacement typically takes 3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr ($285–$900). The labor figure does not include refrigerant evacuation and recharge, and a new receiver/drier if required. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor also appear under model years 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 Ram 1500 a/c compressor?
A a/c compressor is another name for a AC compressor. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Ram 1500 AC compressor — median $101, from 135 listings.