2003 Dodge Dakota prices in the U.S.

$6,995

Median pre-owned asking price

44 pre-owned listings · Updated September 10, 2026

44 total listings · 2002–2004 generation

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Representative listing photo. Trim and equipment may vary.

National price overview

Typical asking price range

$4,720 – $9,384 All 44 listings · Middle 50% of asking prices

Median asking price

$6,995

Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.

As of September 10, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2003 Dodge Dakota in the U.S. is $6,995, based on 44 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.

Price range, sample and methodology details

The median pre-owned asking price for a 2003 Dodge Dakota in the U.S. is $6,995 based on 44 active listings.

Based on 44 active dealer listings, refreshed daily.

30-day asking price change: −$359.

Typical: $4,720–$9,384 — the middle half of 44 asking prices

Median $6,995
$2,988 low $16K high

Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.

$6,995
Pre-owned median (44)
155,055
Average mileage

What moves the price

Location

Typical asking prices are $4,396 in Ohio but $10,372 in Nebraska. These are different listing samples, not a measured location adjustment for the same vehicle.

Observed spread: up to $5,976

Mileage

Asking prices run about $10,995 at 75K–90K miles and fall to $6,849 over 105K miles — roughly $1,400 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.

Observed spread: up to $4,146

Trim

The SXT typically asks $4,855, while the SLT asks $7,087 — same year, same market.

Observed spread: up to $2,232
About these price differences

The $4,720–$9,384 typical range isn't randomness — three factors explain most of it:

Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Location. These groups contain different vehicles.

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Trim

Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.

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Estimated asking price · All trims

$6,995
$4,720$9,384

44 listings · Nationwide

ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.

Estimate assumptions

at typical mileage, nationwide

Modelled from 44 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.

Live 2003 Dodge Dakota listings, priced by VIN

Compared with all listings All-listings median $6,995
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Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.

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2003 Dodge Dakota: a fair price for your mileage

Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.

Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $1,400 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.

Region · trim United States · All trims

Active listings 44

Median asking price $6,995

National snapshot · September 10, 2026

Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.

Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.

$5,000 $10K $15K 30K mi 60K mi 90K mi All listings

Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.

View the full national mileage price table
Mileage Based on Fair price Typical range
75K–90K miles 5 listings $10,995 $9,995–$15K
Over 105K miles 33 listings $6,849 $4,500–$7,500

United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant.

2003 Dodge Dakota: price by trim

United States · all states · September 10, 2026. Counts and prices below are national totals for each trim. The shared market filters update this table for your selected state and highlight your trim.

Trim Based on Median price Typical range Where it sits
SLT 17 listings $7,087 $6,995–$11K
Sport 13 listings $5,950 $4,368–$9,099
SXT 12 listings $4,855 $4,147–$7,597

Based on a small number of listings per trim — medians are indicative, not definitive.

Understand the differences

2003 Dodge Dakota: VIN configurations and specifications

Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.

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Where these specifications come from

Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.

Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.

FACTORY REFERENCE

2003 Dodge Dakota factory brochure

Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.

No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.

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Price history

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Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)

The median listing price for a 2003 Dodge Dakota is $5,492 (September 2026), unchanged from August 2025.

$4,000 $6,000 $8,000 $10K Sep ’25 Dec ’25 Mar ’26 Jun ’26 Sep ’26
Monthly price table
Month Median price Typical range Vehicles listed
September 2026 $5,492 $4,401–$8,348 18
August 2026 $6,500 $4,800–$8,799 41
July 2026 $6,995 $4,995–$9,934 46
June 2026 $6,948 $4,998–$8,687 44
May 2026 $6,995 $5,821–$9,556 40
April 2026 $5,999 $4,997–$8,247 27
March 2026 $6,893 $4,998–$7,995 36
February 2026 $5,995 $5,000–$6,995 29
January 2026 $6,675 $4,902–$8,000 34
December 2025 $5,997 $4,995–$7,245 24
November 2025 $5,997 $4,382–$7,986 26
October 2025 $4,899 $3,924–$7,336 18
September 2025 $6,900 $5,240–$7,994 10
August 2025 $5,494 $4,549–$7,868 10

THINK BEYOND THE PURCHASE PRICE

Dodge Dakota depreciation

See how asking prices change as cars age. Compare model years and find where your budget goes further.

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Different vehicles and model years — not a forecast.

2003 Dodge Dakota prices by state

See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2003 Dodge Dakota for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.

United States · all trims · snapshot September 10, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.

Find your state. Explore your market.

16 state markets with qualifying data · most active first

Washington

Typical asking price $7,950
Active listings
8
Listed this year
15

Iowa

Typical asking price $7,888
Active listings
5
Listed this year
9

Ohio

Typical asking price $4,396
Active listings
3
Listed this year
10

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Texas

Typical asking price $5,474
Active listings
3
Listed this year
8

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Virginia

Typical asking price $7,248
Active listings
3
Listed this year
8

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Idaho

Typical asking price $7,244
Active listings
2
Listed this year
5

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

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Illinois

Typical asking price $7,398
Active listings
2
Listed this year
12

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Oregon

Typical asking price $4,995
Active listings
2
Listed this year
11

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Arizona

Typical asking price $6,448
Active listings
1
Listed this year
8

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Florida

Typical asking price $5,775
Active listings
1
Listed this year
12

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Missouri

Typical asking price $7,141
Active listings
1
Listed this year
7

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Nebraska

Typical asking price $10,372
Active listings
1
Listed this year
10

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

North Carolina

Typical asking price $6,922
Active listings
1
Listed this year
8

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Pennsylvania

Typical asking price $7,725
Active listings
1
Listed this year
6

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

California

Typical asking price $6,995
Active listings
0
Listed this year
13

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

Indiana

Typical asking price $4,972
Active listings
0
Listed this year
6

Not enough active listings for a state price report.

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What does this map show?

The numbers are active listings, not prices. Badges mark the 8 busiest mapped states to keep the map readable; other states can also have listings.

Hover over a state or focus it with your keyboard for details. Click a linked state or its number to open that state's price page.

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Arizona — 1 active listings California — 13 listed this year, none active right now Florida — 1 active listings Iowa — 5 active listings Idaho — 2 active listings Illinois — 2 active listings Indiana — 6 listed this year, none active right now Missouri — 1 active listings North Carolina — 1 active listings Nebraska — 1 active listings Ohio — 3 active listings Oregon — 2 active listings Pennsylvania — 1 active listings Texas — 3 active listings Virginia — 3 active listings Washington — 8 active listings 5Iowa — 5 active listings 2Idaho — 2 active listings 2Illinois — 2 active listings 3Ohio — 3 active listings 2Oregon — 2 active listings 3Texas — 3 active listings 3Virginia — 3 active listings 8Washington — 8 active listings
Most active listings Other states with active listings No active listings or insufficient data

Alaska and Hawaii are not drawn on this map. Where qualifying data is available, they appear in the full state table. Grey does not necessarily mean no cars are for sale.

View all states and prices
State Typical price Listed this year Active now
Washington $7,950 15 8 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
California $6,995 13 0
Florida $5,775 12 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Illinois $7,398 12 2 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Oregon $4,995 11 2 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Nebraska $10,372 10 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Ohio $4,396 10 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Iowa $7,888 9 5 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Arizona $6,448 8 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
North Carolina $6,922 8 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Texas $5,474 8 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Virginia $7,248 8 3 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Missouri $7,141 7 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Indiana $4,972 6 0
Pennsylvania $7,725 6 1 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →
Idaho $7,244 5 2 Shop 2002–2004 nearby →

Listed this year counts every 2003 Dodge Dakota first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.

What would a 2003 Dodge Dakota cost per month?

Estimate the monthly payment on a $7,087 vehicle. Move the numbers to match your own loan.

10% down
7.0% is an illustrative starting rate — use your own lender quote.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$126
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $709 down
Amount financed
$6,378
Total interest
$1,182

Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.

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Frequently asked questions

Why do 2003 Dodge Dakota prices range from $2,988 to $16,458?

The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $4,720 and $9,384 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.

How much should mileage change the price of a 2003 Dodge Dakota?

Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $1,400 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.

How many 2003 Dodge Dakota are for sale right now?

44 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.

Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2003 Dodge Dakota?

These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.

How we calculate these prices

We track 44 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.

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