The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #281 (1983) — Comic Book Value
Incredible HulkWhat The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #281 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #281 (1983) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $22 · Grade 8.0 $60. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Newsstand version for $8. The Standard version at $4 is the most budget-friendly option available. Since there are no significant differences in scarcity or edition between these two versions, the decision hinges purely on budget. If you are strictly saving money, buy the Standard. If you prefer the slightly higher visibility of the Newsstand, pay the extra $4.
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The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #281 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Incredible Hulk [Newsstand] #281 (1983) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $22, and a CGC 8.0 commands $60.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $60 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Hulk issue?
- The ungraded version of The Incredible Hulk #281 is listed at $6.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Incredible Hulk #281 sells for $60.
- Is the value significantly different between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases substantially, moving from $6 for ungraded to $60 for a Grade 8.0.