Action Comics #30 (1940) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #30 (1940) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #30 (1940) value — Ungraded $435 · Grade 6.0 $2,400 · Grade 8.0 $2,880. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Newsstand version for only $4. The Standard ($435) and MAD Magazine ($45) versions offer significant premium value through condition, collectibility, and rarity compared to the basic Standard ($3). Buyers prioritizing investment or display should pay for the higher-grade Standard or MAD; casual collectors can stick to the Newsstand.
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Item details
- Series
- Action Comics
- Publisher
- DC
- Issue
- #30
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- November 1, 1940
Action Comics #30 (1940) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #30 (1940) averages around $435. A CGC 6.0 runs about $2400, and a CGC 8.0 commands $2880.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $435 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $2,400 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $2,880 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $3.99 / $34.99 / $2,044 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 30, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $3.99–$2,044.00 (median $34.99).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Action Comics #30?
- An ungraded copy of Action Comics #30 is listed at $408.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #30 is valued at $2280.
- Is the ungraded price a good entry point for this comic?
- Yes, the ungraded price of $408 offers a lower entry point compared to graded copies.