Donation value guide, edition 2026.1

Electronics donation values

Electronics depreciate faster than anything else in a donation bag, and the published thrift guides cover them unevenly for exactly that reason. Where a guide prices an item, the range is here; where none does, the item is still listed, with guidance instead of a number.

Ian MacCallum
Items listed
66
With published ranges
27
You value yourself
39
Range
$0.25 to $300

This is the category where our sourcing rule is most visible: a large share of consumer electronics is custom valuation, because a five-year-old model and a current one are not the same item and no thrift guide prices them apart. Recent comparable sales are the evidence to keep.

Like new
Unworn or barely used, with tags or as good as. The top of the published range.
Good
Used, complete, clean, and working, with no notable damage. The middle of the range.
Fair
Visible wear but still usable and saleable. The bottom of the range, and generally the lowest condition that can be claimed at all.

Ranges are per item, in US dollars, for items in the condition described. Pick the tier that honestly describes what you gave, then a figure inside that band. Household goods generally must be in good used condition or better to be deductible at all, which is where the Fair tier stops.

Electronics donation values, item by item

Audio-Video Equipment

Audio-Video Equipment: fair market value ranges by condition
ItemLike newGoodFairSource
Television, Flat-panel (LED / LCD / OLED)$230 to $300$145 to $230$60 to $145Source 3 for Television, Flat-panel (LED / LCD / OLED)
Stereo system$60 to $80$38 to $60$16 to $38Source 3 for Stereo system
Radio$18 to $25$11 to $18$3 to $11Source 3 for Radio
DVD player$13 to $15$10 to $13$8 to $10Source 3 for DVD player
VCR$13 to $15$10 to $13$8 to $10Source 3 for VCR
Blu-ray player$65 to $80$48 to $65$30 to $48Source 8 for Blu-ray player
Speaker, Bookshelf / wired$45 to $60$28 to $45$10 to $28Source 8 for Speaker, Bookshelf / wired
Speaker, Other$45 to $60$28 to $45$10 to $28Source 8 for Speaker, Other
Turntable / record player$55 to $75$33 to $55$10 to $33Source 8 for Turntable / record player
CD player$38 to $50$24 to $38$10 to $24Source 8 for CD player

This range is the guide’s general range for the class of item, not a figure printed for this item specifically. Derived from a single published range or one too narrow to split confidently. Treat it as a starting point and adjust for what you actually gave.

You value these yourself: Television, CRT / tube, Television, Rear-projection, Streaming media player, Soundbar / home theater system, Speaker, Bluetooth / portable, Speaker, Smart speaker (voice assistant), Headphones, Over-ear / on-ear, Headphones, Wireless earbuds, Headphones, Wired earbuds, Boombox / portable stereo, AV receiver / amplifier

No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Consumer electronics fall in value faster than anything else people donate, and the number that holds up is what the same model, working, is actually selling for used today, not what it cost new (IRS Pub 561's willing-buyer/willing-seller standard). Record the make, model and whether it powers on, and photograph it. A charity cannot resell equipment that does not work, and property with no resale value supports no deduction.

You value these yourself: Television, Other, Headphones, Other, Other

This leaf is the catch-all for items the ones above do not name, so there is nothing specific for DeductiBee to price. No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Enter what it would sell for today, in its current condition, in the market where used items like it are actually sold, which is the willing-buyer/willing-seller standard in IRS Pub 561. Keep a photo and a note of how you got to the figure. Goodwill International and Goodwill of Northern New England both publish the same fallback for items not on their lists: 30% of the item's original purchase price. That is a published starting point, not a rule, and it runs high for anything heavily used.

Cameras

You value these yourself: Digital Camera, Film Camera, Camcorder or Video Camera, Action or Instant Camera, Camera Drone, Lens, Tripod, or Accessory

No guide in our source registry publishes a price for camera equipment. The one richly detailed list found anywhere was rejected because its publisher could not be named (CITATIONS.md 5), which is why this whole subcategory is custom entry. Value the body, lens or accessory from what the same model in the same condition is actually selling for used (IRS Pub 561). Record the model and visible wear, and photograph it.

You value these yourself: Other Camera Equipment

This leaf is the catch-all for items the ones above do not name, so there is nothing specific for DeductiBee to price. No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Enter what it would sell for today, in its current condition, in the market where used items like it are actually sold, which is the willing-buyer/willing-seller standard in IRS Pub 561. Keep a photo and a note of how you got to the figure. Goodwill International and Goodwill of Northern New England both publish the same fallback for items not on their lists: 30% of the item's original purchase price. That is a published starting point, not a rule, and it runs high for anything heavily used.

Computer Equipment

Computer Equipment: fair market value ranges by condition
ItemLike newGoodFairSource
Desktop computer$190 to $250$120 to $190$50 to $120Source 3 for Desktop computer
Laptop computer$50 to $60$37 to $50$25 to $37Source 5 for Laptop computer
Monitor$37 to $50$21 to $37$5 to $21Source 3 for Monitor
Printer$44 to $60$24 to $44$5 to $24Source 3 for Printer
Copier$155 to $205$100 to $155$41 to $100Source 3 for Copier
Keyboard$7 to $10$3.75 to $7$0.25 to $3.75Source 5 for Keyboard
Mouse$3.50 to $5$2 to $3.50$0.25 to $2Source 5 for Mouse
Battery backup (UPS)$1.75 to $2$1.75$1.50 to $1.75Source 5 for Battery backup (UPS)

You value these yourself: Scanner, External drive / storage, Router / modem / networking, Webcam, Speakers, and Other Peripherals

No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Consumer electronics fall in value faster than anything else people donate, and the number that holds up is what the same model, working, is actually selling for used today, not what it cost new (IRS Pub 561's willing-buyer/willing-seller standard). Record the make, model and whether it powers on, and photograph it. A charity cannot resell equipment that does not work, and property with no resale value supports no deduction.

You value these yourself: Other Computer Equipment

This leaf is the catch-all for items the ones above do not name, so there is nothing specific for DeductiBee to price. No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Enter what it would sell for today, in its current condition, in the market where used items like it are actually sold, which is the willing-buyer/willing-seller standard in IRS Pub 561. Keep a photo and a note of how you got to the figure. Goodwill International and Goodwill of Northern New England both publish the same fallback for items not on their lists: 30% of the item's original purchase price. That is a published starting point, not a rule, and it runs high for anything heavily used.

Phones and Tablets

Phones and Tablets: fair market value ranges by condition
ItemLike newGoodFairSource
Cell phone$80 to $100$50 to $80$25 to $50Source 3 for Cell phone
Tablet$115 to $150$70 to $115$25 to $70Source 3 for Tablet
E-reader$38 to $50$24 to $38$10 to $24Source 3 for E-reader
Answering machine$25 to $31$17 to $25$10 to $17Source 3 for Answering machine
Cordless / landline telephone$31 to $40$21 to $31$10 to $21Source 13 for Cordless / landline telephone

This range is the guide’s general range for the class of item, not a figure printed for this item specifically. Derived from a single published range or one too narrow to split confidently. Treat it as a starting point and adjust for what you actually gave.

You value these yourself: Phone Case, Charger, or Accessory

No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Consumer electronics fall in value faster than anything else people donate, and the number that holds up is what the same model, working, is actually selling for used today, not what it cost new (IRS Pub 561's willing-buyer/willing-seller standard). Record the make, model and whether it powers on, and photograph it. A charity cannot resell equipment that does not work, and property with no resale value supports no deduction.

You value these yourself: Other Phone or Tablet Item

This leaf is the catch-all for items the ones above do not name, so there is nothing specific for DeductiBee to price. No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Enter what it would sell for today, in its current condition, in the market where used items like it are actually sold, which is the willing-buyer/willing-seller standard in IRS Pub 561. Keep a photo and a note of how you got to the figure. Goodwill International and Goodwill of Northern New England both publish the same fallback for items not on their lists: 30% of the item's original purchase price. That is a published starting point, not a rule, and it runs high for anything heavily used.

Gaming Consoles

Gaming Consoles: fair market value ranges by condition
ItemLike newGoodFairSource
Home console$41 to $50$31 to $41$20 to $31Source 8 for Home console
Handheld console$3$3$3Source 12 for Handheld console
Other$41 to $50$31 to $41$20 to $31Source 8 for Other

This range is the guide’s general range for the class of item, not a figure printed for this item specifically. Derived from a single published range or one too narrow to split confidently. Treat it as a starting point and adjust for what you actually gave.

You value these yourself: Retro / classic console, Controller, VR headset

No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Consumer electronics fall in value faster than anything else people donate, and the number that holds up is what the same model, working, is actually selling for used today, not what it cost new (IRS Pub 561's willing-buyer/willing-seller standard). Record the make, model and whether it powers on, and photograph it. A charity cannot resell equipment that does not work, and property with no resale value supports no deduction.

Wearables

You value these yourself: Smartwatch, Fitness Tracker

No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Consumer electronics fall in value faster than anything else people donate, and the number that holds up is what the same model, working, is actually selling for used today, not what it cost new (IRS Pub 561's willing-buyer/willing-seller standard). Record the make, model and whether it powers on, and photograph it. A charity cannot resell equipment that does not work, and property with no resale value supports no deduction.

You value these yourself: Other Wearable

This leaf is the catch-all for items the ones above do not name, so there is nothing specific for DeductiBee to price. No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Enter what it would sell for today, in its current condition, in the market where used items like it are actually sold, which is the willing-buyer/willing-seller standard in IRS Pub 561. Keep a photo and a note of how you got to the figure. Goodwill International and Goodwill of Northern New England both publish the same fallback for items not on their lists: 30% of the item's original purchase price. That is a published starting point, not a rule, and it runs high for anything heavily used.

Other Electronics

Other Electronics: fair market value ranges by condition
ItemLike newGoodFairSource
Typewriter$20 to $26$12 to $20$5 to $12Source 3 for Typewriter

You value these yourself: Calculator, Projector, Paper Shredder, Cables, Adapters, and Power Strips

No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Consumer electronics fall in value faster than anything else people donate, and the number that holds up is what the same model, working, is actually selling for used today, not what it cost new (IRS Pub 561's willing-buyer/willing-seller standard). Record the make, model and whether it powers on, and photograph it. A charity cannot resell equipment that does not work, and property with no resale value supports no deduction.

You value these yourself: Other Electronic Item

This leaf is the catch-all for items the ones above do not name, so there is nothing specific for DeductiBee to price. No guide in our source registry publishes a price for this item, so DeductiBee has no suggested value to show. Enter what it would sell for today, in its current condition, in the market where used items like it are actually sold, which is the willing-buyer/willing-seller standard in IRS Pub 561. Keep a photo and a note of how you got to the figure. Goodwill International and Goodwill of Northern New England both publish the same fallback for items not on their lists: 30% of the item's original purchase price. That is a published starting point, not a rule, and it runs high for anything heavily used.

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FAQ

Questions about electronics donations

How do I value a donated laptop or phone?
From recent comparable sales of the same model in the same condition, which is the evidence the IRS asks for when no published guide covers an item. Record the make, model, and storage, and keep the listings you relied on with your tax records.
Why do so many electronics have no suggested value here?
Because no guide in our source registry publishes one for them, and we do not invent numbers. An honest blank with guidance attached is more defensible in an audit than a figure with nothing behind it.
Do I have to wipe a device before donating it?
That is not a tax question, but it is the right thing to do: sign out of accounts and erase the device before it leaves. Nothing about the deduction depends on it, and everything about your data does.

Sources for the values on this page

Every range on this page traces to one of these. Values are derived from the published ranges, never copied from another product’s valuation database, and never invented where no source covers an item.

  1. Publication 561 (12/2025), Determining the Value of Donated Property

    Internal Revenue Service (U.S. Department of the Treasury)

    Methodology. Sets the standard the values have to meet. Never a source of dollar figures. Fetched and read .

  2. Publication 526 (2025), Charitable Contributions

    Internal Revenue Service (U.S. Department of the Treasury)

    Methodology. Sets the standard the values have to meet. Never a source of dollar figures. Fetched and read .

  3. Donation Value Guide (The Salvation Army Thrift Stores | Donation Valuation Guide)

    The Salvation Army (Thrift Stores / Adult Rehabilitation Centers)

    Primary value source. A published range from this guide can set the low or high end of an item's band. Fetched and read .

  4. Valuation Guide for Goodwill Donors

    Goodwill Industries International (compiled list, republished by member affiliates)

    Primary value source. A published range from this guide can set the low or high end of an item's band. Fetched and read .

  5. Donation Value Guide - What is my Donation Worth?

    Goodwill Northern New England

    Primary value source. A published range from this guide can set the low or high end of an item's band. Fetched and read .

  6. Valuation Guide for St. Vincent de Paul - Cincinnati Donors

    Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Cincinnati (St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shops)

    Primary value source. A published range from this guide can set the low or high end of an item's band. Fetched and read .

  7. Estimated Donation Values

    Goodwill of Central & Northern Arizona

    Primary value source. A published range from this guide can set the low or high end of an item's band. Fetched and read .

  8. Fair Market Value Sheet (Revised 3/1/2023)

    Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries (Cincinnati, OH)

    Corroborating check. Used to sanity-check a band. Never moves a figure on its own. Fetched and read .

  9. Estimated Valuation Guide & Receipt for Items Donated to the Kokomo Rescue Mission

    Kokomo Rescue Mission (Kokomo, Indiana; Federal I.D. No. 351104430)

    Corroborating check. Used to sanity-check a band. Never moves a figure on its own. Fetched and read .

  10. Donation Value Guide

    Hope Village for Children (Hope Village Thrift Store, Meridian, Mississippi)

    Corroborating check. Used to sanity-check a band. Never moves a figure on its own. Fetched and read .

  11. Donation Value Guide - What is my donation worth?

    Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago (Goodwill Retail Services, Inc., Tax ID# 39-2040239)

    Corroborating check. Used to sanity-check a band. Never moves a figure on its own. Fetched and read .

  12. Valuation Guide for Goodwill Donors

    Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut

    Corroborating check. Used to sanity-check a band. Never moves a figure on its own. Fetched and read .

  13. Valuation Guide

    Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois

    Corroborating check. Used to sanity-check a band. Never moves a figure on its own. Fetched and read .

  14. Donation Value Guide

    The Beacon House Association of San Pedro (Beacon House Thrift Shop, San Pedro, CA)

    Corroborating check. Used to sanity-check a band. Never moves a figure on its own. Fetched and read .

The rules these values have to satisfy

  1. Publication 561, Determining the Value of Donated PropertyIRS, IRS publication
  2. Publication 526, Charitable ContributionsIRS, IRS publication
  3. Instructions for Form 8283IRS, IRS form
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