2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor price snapshot
- Low
- $50
- Average
- $134
- High
- $237
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Ram 3500 AC Compressor prices
Year-specific used AC compressor pricing for the 2018 Ram 3500, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor
A used 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor costs between $50 and $237, with a median of $162 from 97 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 3500 AC compressor costs $50 to $237, with a median asking price of $162. Based on 97 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2009–2026 (18 model years), updated Oct 13, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$155
Grade B (good)$164
Grade C (fair)$65
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$50–$23773 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$23718 listings
Grade CVisible wear$65–$651 listings
Grade XUngraded$82–$1635 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$237 | 73 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$237 | 18 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $65–$65 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $82–$163 | 5 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$155
Grade B$164
Grade C$65
Ungraded$100
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $50–$237 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor replacement cost?
- Used part
- $162
- 2018 Ram 3500 median asking price
- Labor
- $285–$900
- 3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $445–$1,060
- 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 3500 compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 100 observed listings, including 97 with posted prices. Its $162 median is 32% above the Ram 3500 guide's $123 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #9 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, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026. Shopping across all 18 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 3500 AC compressor cost in other years?
2025100 listingsCompatible$123$45 – $294202446 listingsCompatible$175$85 – $218202380 listingsCompatible$153$50 – $2372022100 listingsCompatible$150$50 – $3402021100 listingsCompatible$103$70 – $3272020100 listingsCompatible$172$50 – $375201951 listingsCompatible$100$70 – $3272017100 listingsCompatible$118$45 – $2942016100 listingsCompatible$123$45 – $2942015100 listingsCompatible$118$45 – $294
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What other Ram 3500 parts are priced?
01wide ±200%
ABS Module
$225median
$71$969
02spread ±22%
Air Bag
$163median
$141$213
03wide ±240%
Alternator
$99median
$25$500
04wide ±129%
Axle Shaft
$175median
$50$500
05wide ±172%
Blower Motor
$76median
$30$292
06wide ±257%
Brake Caliper
$82median
$18$439
07wide ±184%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$440median
$100$1,720
08wide ±212%
Front Bumper
$243median
$50$1,080
09wide ±168%
Rear Bumper
$219median
$60$795
10wide ±280%
Car Radio
$170median
$35$987
11wide ±244%
Center Console
$216median
$45$1,100
12wide ±130%
AC Condenser
$150median
$41$430
13wide ±79%
Control Arm
$187median
$93$387
14
Differential
Price data updating
15wide ±107%
Door Assembly
$695median
$116$1,601
16wide ±195%
Drive Shaft
$431median
$98$1,776
17wide ±227%
Engine
$6,550median
$1,470$31,200
18wide ±302%
Engine Computer
$249median
$45$1,549
19wide ±402%
Exhaust Manifold
$125median
$30$1,034
20wide ±137%
Fender
$335median
$72$990
21wide ±168%
Fog Light
$141median
$25$500
22wide ±236%
Front Seat
$211median
$50$1,048
23wide ±272%
Fuel Pump
$178median
$40$1,010
24wide ±155%
Fuel Tank
$241median
$75$820
25wide ±201%
Grille
$620median
$102$2,600
26wide ±156%
Headlight Assembly
$545median
$99$1,800
27
Heater Core
Price data updating
28wide ±81%
Hood
$768median
$187$1,428
29wide ±153%
Ignition Switch
$100median
$30$335
30wide ±246%
Instrument Cluster
$150median
$25$764
31wide ±230%
Intake Manifold
$235median
$50$1,133
32wide ±143%
Master Cylinder
$100median
$35$321
33wide ±246%
Side Mirror
$334median
$59$1,700
34wide ±129%
Power Steering Pump
$190median
$35$525
35wide ±123%
Quarter Panel
$511median
$185$1,437
36wide ±207%
Radiator
$249median
$53$1,085
37wide ±246%
Rear View Mirror
$116median
$30$600
38wide ±171%
Starter
$101median
$30$375
39wide ±153%
Steering Column
$194median
$50$645
40wide ±147%
Steering Rack
$197median
$70$650
41wide ±209%
Steering Wheel
$184median
$45$815
42wide ±269%
Strut
$150median
$40$847
43wide ±95%
Sunroof
$251median
$125$600
44wide ±248%
Tail Light
$200median
$34$1,027
45wide ±86%
Tailgate
$773median
$200$1,537
46wide ±216%
Throttle Body
$76median
$20$348
47wide ±107%
Torque Converter
$372median
$106$900
48wide ±219%
Transfer Case
$1,005median
$200$4,592
49wide ±147%
Transmission
$3,444median
$830$10,945
50wide ±171%
Transmission Control Module
$153median
$38$562
51wide ±114%
Turbocharger
$1,400median
$500$3,685
52wide ±128%
Water Pump
$125median
$30$350
53wide ±286%
Wheels
$250median
$50$1,480
54wide ±113%
Window Regulator
$166median
$30$405
Common questions
2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor?
Based on 97 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor lists between $50 and $237, with a median asking price of $162.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor?
Using a used part, a 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor replacement typically runs $445–$1,060 all-in: the median used AC compressor for this year lists at $162, 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 3500 AC compressor fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor also appear under model years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 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 3500 a/c compressor?
A a/c compressor is another name for a AC compressor. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Ram 3500 AC compressor — median $162, from 97 listings.