What's your Goodwill drop-off actually worth?
Free 2026 fair market value guide for everything you drop at a Goodwill store — clothing, furniture, electronics, and household items. Fill out your blank donation receipt with confidence and stay compliant with IRS rules.
Based on IRS Pub 561 and typical Goodwill store resale prices
Goodwill won't value your donation.
The IRS makes valuation the donor's responsibility. At drop-off you get a blank, dated receipt — the tables below give you defensible FMV ranges grounded in actual Goodwill store resale prices.
Good condition
Required for clothing and household goods.
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For items over $50. Cheap audit insurance.
Over $5,000?
Qualified appraisal required — Section B.
Clothing & accessories
The largest single category for most Goodwill donors. Designer pieces, formal wear, and outerwear are worth more than basics.
| Item | Low | High | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men's shirt | $3 | $12 | $5 |
| Women's blouse | $3 | $12 | $5 |
| T-shirt | $2 | $8 | $4 |
| Sweater / sweatshirt | $4 | $15 | $7 |
| Jeans / pants | $4 | $18 | $8 |
| Skirt | $4 | $15 | $7 |
| Dress | $6 | $25 | $12 |
| Suit / blazer | $10 | $60 | $25 |
| Winter coat | $10 | $60 | $25 |
| Light jacket | $5 | $25 | $12 |
| Shoes (pair) | $3 | $25 | $10 |
| Boots | $5 | $40 | $15 |
| Handbag / purse | $3 | $40 | $10 |
| Belt / accessory | $2 | $12 | $5 |
| Children's clothing (per item) | $2 | $8 | $4 |
Furniture
Furniture variance is huge — IKEA-tier pieces at the low end, solid-wood or mid-century at the high end.
| Item | Low | High | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sofa / couch | $40 | $400 | $100 |
| Loveseat | $30 | $300 | $80 |
| Armchair / recliner | $15 | $150 | $50 |
| Dining table | $30 | $300 | $100 |
| Dining chair (each) | $5 | $40 | $15 |
| Bed frame | $25 | $200 | $80 |
| Dresser | $25 | $200 | $70 |
| Nightstand | $10 | $60 | $25 |
| Bookcase | $15 | $100 | $40 |
| Coffee / end table | $10 | $80 | $25 |
| Office desk | $15 | $150 | $50 |
| Office chair | $10 | $80 | $25 |
| Crib / changing table | $15 | $100 | $40 |
Electronics
Working condition is non-negotiable for electronics. Goodwill can't deduct anything that doesn't power on, and neither can you.
| Item | Low | High | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| TV (working flat-screen) | $50 | $300 | $100 |
| Laptop computer | $50 | $400 | $150 |
| Desktop computer | $30 | $300 | $100 |
| Tablet (working) | $25 | $200 | $75 |
| Stereo / speaker | $15 | $150 | $45 |
| Headphones | $5 | $75 | $20 |
| Game console (working) | $15 | $150 | $50 |
| DVD player | $5 | $30 | $12 |
Household, books & toys
Group small kitchen items into category lots to simplify reporting.
| Item | Low | High | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microwave | $10 | $50 | $20 |
| Coffee maker | $5 | $40 | $15 |
| Toaster / blender | $3 | $25 | $10 |
| Vacuum cleaner | $15 | $100 | $35 |
| Lamp | $5 | $50 | $15 |
| Cookware (each) | $2 | $20 | $6 |
| Dishes (set of 4) | $3 | $25 | $10 |
| Picture frame / wall art | $2 | $30 | $8 |
| Rug (small / medium) | $10 | $100 | $30 |
| Curtains / drapes (pair) | $5 | $40 | $15 |
| Bed linens (set) | $5 | $30 | $12 |
| Books (each) | $1 | $5 | $2 |
| Toy (each) | $2 | $30 | $8 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much can I deduct for a Goodwill donation?
- The fair market value of each item, in good condition or better. Use the tables above as a guide. Total the list, attach it to your tax records, and (if total non-cash donations exceed $500) file Form 8283.
- Does Goodwill provide a receipt?
- Yes — a blank, dated donation receipt. You fill in the item descriptions and FMVs.
- Is Goodwill a 501(c)(3)?
- Yes. Donations are deductible if you itemize on Schedule A.
- Do I need Form 8283?
- Yes if total non-cash donations exceed $500. Use our Form 8283 generator to prepare it.
- What items does Goodwill accept?
- Clothing, shoes, accessories, books, small appliances, working electronics, furniture, dishware, linens, and toys — in good condition. Most stores don't accept mattresses, large appliances, hazardous materials, or recalled items. Check your local store first.
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