Shipping containers for sale
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Average prices of shipping containers
On the Container xChange platform, we have containers in 2,500+ locations around the world. Here are the average prices for 20ft shipping containers in popular locations.
$1,250
Atlanta
The average cost of a shipping container in Atlanta, GA is $1,250. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,600, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $1,500.
$1,400
Dallas
The average cost of a shipping container in Dallas, TX is $1,400. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,500, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $1,650.
$1,900
Denver
The average cost of a shipping container in Denver, CO is $1,900. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,950, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $2,050.
$1,700
El Paso
The average cost of a shipping container in El Paso, TX is $2,100. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,500, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $2,100.
$1,000
Houston
The average cost of a shipping container in Houston, TX is $1,250. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,350, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $1,300.
$1,000
Chicago
The average cost of a shipping container in Chicago, IL is $1,000. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,140, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $900.
$1,000
Kansas City
The average cost of a shipping container in Kansas City, KS is $1,000. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,500, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $1,700.
$1,200
Los Angeles
The average cost of a shipping container in Los Angeles, CA is $1,200. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,450, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $1,500.
$1,250
Memphis
The average cost of a shipping container in Memphis, TN is $1,300. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,550, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $1,650.
$1,600
Minneapolis
The average cost of a shipping container in Minneapolis, MN is $1,750. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,500, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $1,900.
$1,900
Salt Lake City
The average cost of a shipping container in Salt Lake City, UT is $2,000. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,950, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $2,200.
$1,600
St. Louis
The average cost of a shipping container in St. Louis is $1,700. Cargo-worthy 40ft containers start from $1,800, and high-demand 40ft HC containers start from $2,000.
Find new and used shipping containers for sale
Choose the container condition that best suits your needs. Whether it’s brand new, cargo worthy, wind and water tight (WWT) or as-is, we’ve got you covered. Cargo-worthy containers offer the best value for money. These popular boxes are considerably cheaper than new containers.
All of our intermodal cargo-worthy containers are: Certified safe to transport cargo by land or sea, strong and sturdy, able to withstand extreme weather conditions and good options for storage.
7 types of shipping containers available on Container xChange
On Container xChange, we’ve got quality shipping containers in 20ft, 40ft, and 40ft HC sizes, as well as in the condition of your choice. Take your pick by clicking on the container type you’re after below.
Shipping containers for sale: Types, uses and dimensions
Dimensions 20ft dry shipping container
This popular container size is used to ship various types of dry cargo, including paper, clothing, electronics, boxes and pallets.
| Measure | 20ft shipping container |
| Internal length | 19.4ft / 5.9m |
| Internal width | 7.8ft / 2.35m |
| Internal height | 7.9ft / 2.39m |
| Tare weight | 5,071.5 lbs / 2,300kg |
| Payload capacity | 55,126.9 lbs / 25,000 kg |
| Cubic capacity | 1,172 cu ft / 33.2 m3 |
Dimensions 40ft HC dry shipping container
These boxes are the bigger siblings of the 20ft and 40ft containers – all the same qualities, only larger.
| Measure | 40ft HC shipping container |
| Internal length | 39.5 ft / 12.03 m |
| Internal width | 7.8 ft / 2.35 m |
| Internal height | 8.9 ft / 2.67 m |
| Tare weight | 8,687 lbs / 3,940 kg |
| Payload capacity | 63,052 lbs / 28,600 kg |
| Cubic capacity | 2,694.5 cu ft / 76.3 m3 |
Shipping containers for sale
Shipping containers are large steel boxes designed to withstand extreme weather conditions and carry heavy loads. Shipping can be done via sea, land, air or rail freight. Container shipping is the backbone of world trade, with an estimated 90% of all goods being transported by sea.
We have 10,000+ containers of all types and sizes available. However, some containers are more popular than others. The most commonly purchased container types are:
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20ft dry shipping containers
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40ft dry shipping containers
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40ft HC dry shipping containers
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Frequently asked questions
How long can you keep a shipping container?
A shipping container can be kept for up to 25 years. However, this depends on how well you maintain your container, the condition upon purchase, and what the box is used to transport.
What are the three main categories of containers?
Containers can be categorized into three different categories. Theses are: residential, commercial and refrigerated/insulated.
Are shipping containers a good investment?
Shipping containers are known to be one of the most profitable, reliable investments over the course of 60 consecutive years. They’re also a safe and efficient way to earn income.