2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor price snapshot
- Low
- $50
- Average
- $166
- High
- $300
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Ram 2500 AC Compressor prices
Year-specific used AC compressor pricing for the 2018 Ram 2500, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor
A used 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor costs between $50 and $300, with a median of $175 from 66 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 2500 AC compressor costs $50 to $300, with a median asking price of $175. Based on 66 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2009–2026 (17 model years), updated Oct 9, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$186
Grade B (good)$185
Grade C (fair)$85
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$83–$21844 listings
Grade BStandard used$88–$30012 listings
Grade CVisible wear$50–$853 listings
Grade XUngraded$150–$1757 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $83–$218 | 44 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $88–$300 | 12 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $50–$85 | 3 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $150–$175 | 7 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$186
Grade B$185
Grade C$85
Ungraded$175
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $50–$300 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor replacement cost?
- Used part
- $175
- 2018 Ram 2500 median asking price
- Labor
- $285–$900
- 3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $460–$1,075
- 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 2500 compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 123 observed listings, including 66 with posted prices. Its $175 median is 55% above the Ram 2500 guide's $113 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #11 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026. Shopping across all 17 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 2500 AC compressor cost in other years?
202573 listingsCompatible$150$50 – $3002024100 listingsCompatible$150$50 – $3402023100 listingsCompatible$100$70 – $3272022100 listings$118$45 – $2972021100 listingsCompatible$155$50 – $2372020100 listingsCompatible$172$50 – $375201958 listingsCompatible$118$45 – $2802017116 listingsCompatible$100$70 – $3272016129 listingsCompatible$92$70 – $3272015150 listingsCompatible$103$45 – $294
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What other Ram 2500 parts are priced?
01wide ±281%
ABS Module
$237median
$50$1,384
02spread ±22%
Air Bag
$162median
$141$213
03wide ±240%
Alternator
$99median
$25$500
04wide ±235%
Axle Shaft
$170median
$50$850
05wide ±133%
Blower Motor
$102median
$20$291
06wide ±200%
Brake Caliper
$65median
$20$280
07wide ±154%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$500median
$110$1,652
08wide ±163%
Front Bumper
$195median
$60$695
09wide ±130%
Rear Bumper
$280median
$65$795
10wide ±287%
Car Radio
$182median
$35$1,080
11wide ±268%
Center Console
$190median
$35$1,054
12wide ±136%
AC Condenser
$143median
$41$430
13wide ±103%
Control Arm
$182median
$46$420
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15wide ±114%
Door Assembly
$650median
$110$1,597
16wide ±200%
Drive Shaft
$295median
$70$1,248
17wide ±162%
Engine
$5,393median
$1,235$18,730
18wide ±310%
Engine Computer
$216median
$40$1,380
19wide ±275%
Exhaust Manifold
$125median
$30$717
20wide ±128%
Fender
$350median
$97$990
21wide ±137%
Fog Light
$126median
$25$370
22wide ±247%
Front Seat
$180median
$46$934
23wide ±71%
Fuel Pump
$190median
$82$350
24wide ±132%
Fuel Tank
$220median
$70$650
25wide ±208%
Grille
$600median
$100$2,600
26wide ±107%
Headlight Assembly
$600median
$106$1,385
27wide ±163%
Heater Core
$106median
$56$401
28wide ±80%
Hood
$755median
$216$1,428
29wide ±182%
Ignition Switch
$85median
$25$335
30wide ±246%
Instrument Cluster
$150median
$25$764
31wide ±238%
Intake Manifold
$228median
$50$1,133
32wide ±159%
Master Cylinder
$94median
$30$328
33wide ±283%
Side Mirror
$292median
$50$1,700
34wide ±156%
Power Steering Pump
$159median
$30$525
35wide ±87%
Quarter Panel
$511median
$190$1,081
36wide ±208%
Radiator
$229median
$53$1,004
37wide ±189%
Rear View Mirror
$103median
$35$424
38wide ±162%
Starter
$85median
$30$305
39wide ±211%
Steering Column
$179median
$50$805
40wide ±87%
Steering Rack
$184median
$75$395
41wide ±255%
Steering Wheel
$184median
$40$978
42wide ±122%
Strut
$125median
$35$341
43wide ±84%
Sunroof
$251median
$125$546
44wide ±197%
Tail Light
$250median
$44$1,027
45wide ±152%
Tailgate
$800median
$180$2,605
46wide ±202%
Throttle Body
$81median
$20$348
47wide ±99%
Torque Converter
$400median
$106$900
48wide ±197%
Transfer Case
$790median
$150$3,260
49wide ±112%
Transmission
$3,300median
$677$8,060
50wide ±186%
Transmission Control Module
$153median
$30$600
51wide ±65%
Turbocharger
$1,371median
$700$2,495
52wide ±115%
Water Pump
$135median
$39$350
53wide ±237%
Wheels
$253median
$50$1,250
54wide ±114%
Window Regulator
$166median
$28$405
Common questions
2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor?
Based on 66 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor lists between $50 and $300, with a median asking price of $175.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor?
Using a used part, a 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor replacement typically runs $460–$1,075 all-in: the median used AC compressor for this year lists at $175, 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 2500 AC compressor fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor also appear under model years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 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 2500 a/c compressor?
A a/c compressor is another name for a AC compressor. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Ram 2500 AC compressor — median $175, from 66 listings.