Action Comics #549 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Action ComicsWhat Action Comics #549 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Action Comics #549 (1983) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $11 · Grade 8.0 $19. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own Action Comics #549 (1983), grab the Newsstand version for $9. The Standard version at $3 is the budget choice if you need it cheap, but the Newsstand designation implies a slight difference in distribution or condition. If you are purely collecting and want the lowest cost, buy the Standard. If you want the recognized Newsstand variant, pay the extra $6.
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Action Comics #549 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Action Comics #549 (1983) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $11, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $11 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for Action Comics #549?
- An ungraded copy of Action Comics #549 can be found in the market.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Action Comics #549 is currently valued at $19.
- Is there a price difference between the ungraded and graded versions?
- Yes, the Grade 6.0 is priced at $11, compared to the higher value of the graded copies.