The Walking Dead #81 (2011) — Comic Book Value
Walking DeadWhat The Walking Dead #81 (2011) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Walking Dead #81 (2011) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $15. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own The Walking Dead #81 (2011), choose the Standard version at $7. The ComicsPro version at $70 offers a premium experience, likely including better packaging or an exclusive edition, which appeals to dedicated collectors. If you are a casual reader, save your money with the Standard copy. If you seek display value or completeness, the ComicsPro is the worthwhile investment.
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The Walking Dead #81 (2011) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Walking Dead #81 (2011) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, and a CGC 8.0 commands $15.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best price point for The Walking Dead #81?
- The ungraded copy is listed at $13, but a Grade 8.0 copy offers better condition for $18.
- Is the condition of this comic important for resale?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts price; a Grade 6.0 is $14, while an 8.0 is $18.
- What series is this comic part of?
- This issue belongs to The Walking Dead series.