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120 Pallets listings within 500 miles of Kokomo, IN. Prices range from $1.30 to $19.46 per unit.

Pallets Prices in Indiana

What buyers pay by condition

ConditionAvg. Price
New$15.48
Grade A (Like New)$8.01
Grade B (Good)$6.36
Grade C (Fair)$5.46
Combo (Mixed A/B)$5.94
Mixed Load$5.18
Cores (Salvage)$2.86

Pallets price index for Indiana

About Kokomo

Kokomo Supplier & Recycler of Used Pallets

Save Money on Shipping: Your Guide to Buying Used Pallets in Kokomo, Indiana

What you'll get from this guide: Learn how to cut your shipping costs by 25-50% by buying quality used pallets in Kokomo. Find reliable suppliers, understand pricing, and make smart purchasing decisions.

Why Buy Used Pallets in Kokomo?

Used pallets cost $5.75 each in Kokomo - that's cheaper than most Indiana cities. Compare that to Indianapolis at $7.75 or even Fort Wayne at $5.70. You save money and help the environment by reusing materials instead of buying new.

Real savings example: If you need 100 pallets monthly, you'll spend $575 in Kokomo versus $775 in Indianapolis. That's $200 saved every month, or $2,400 per year.

What You Need to Know About Pricing

Current market facts:

  • Used pallets: $5.75 each in Kokomo

  • Prices are stable (no recent changes)

  • Indiana average: $5.55 (down 26% recently)

  • Volume discounts available for bulk orders

Money-saving tip: Buy in truckloads when possible. Many suppliers offer free delivery for orders of 600+ pallets.

Types of Used Pallets Available

Grade A Pallets (Best Quality)

  • No damage or repairs needed

  • Standard size: 40" x 48"

  • Four-way forklift access

  • Perfect for customer-facing shipments

Grade B Pallets (Good Quality)

  • Some minor damage but still functional

  • Same size and forklift access as Grade A

  • Cost less than Grade A

  • Great for internal use or storage

Recycled Pallets (Budget Option)

  • Repaired and refurbished

  • Lowest cost option

  • Environmentally friendly choice

  • Good for one-time shipments

Choose Grade A if: You're shipping to customers or need pallets that look professional. Choose Grade B if: You need functional pallets for warehouse storage or internal use. Choose Recycled if: You want the lowest cost and don't mind visible wear.

How to Buy Used Pallets

Step 1: Determine Your Needs

Ask yourself:

  • How many pallets do you need?

  • Will customers see these pallets?

  • Do you need them regularly or just once?

  • Can you store a large quantity?

Step 2: Get Quotes

Contact 2-3 suppliers for price comparison. Ask about:

  • Per-pallet price for your quantity

  • Delivery costs and timing

  • Volume discounts

  • Return/exchange policies

Step 3: Inspect Before Buying

For Grade A pallets, check:

  • No broken boards

  • All corner blocks intact

  • No protruding nails

  • Boards lie flat

For Grade B pallets, ensure:

  • Damage doesn't affect function

  • Forklift can still lift safely

  • No sharp edges or splinters

Step 4: Arrange Delivery

First orders (300 pallets): Delivery can be made free of charge

Large orders (500+ pallets): Often free delivery

Money-Saving Tips

Buy in bulk: Truckload orders get better pricing and often free delivery

Plan ahead: Avoid rush orders which cost more

Consider Grade B: Often 20-30% cheaper than Grade A with similar function

Establish relationships: Regular customers get better pricing

Compare local vs. distant suppliers: Factor in delivery costs

Example calculation:

  • 500 Grade A pallets at $5.75 = $2,875

  • 500 Grade B pallets at $4.50 = $2,250

  • Savings: $625 (22% less)

Questions to Ask Suppliers

Before you buy, ask:

  • "What's included in the price?" (delivery, loading, etc.)

  • "Do you offer volume discounts?"

  • "Can I inspect pallets before delivery?"

  • "What's your return policy for damaged pallets?"

  • "How quickly can you deliver?"

  • "Do you offer regular supply contracts?"

Environmental Benefits

Buying used pallets helps the environment by:

  • Keeping wood out of landfills

  • Reducing demand for new lumber

  • Supporting local recycling businesses

Feel good fact: Each recycled pallet saves about 2.5 pounds of wood from landfills.

Getting Started

Ready to buy? Here's your action plan:

Calculate your needs: Count how many pallets you use monthly

Compare with 1-2 other suppliers for best pricing

Start with a test order to evaluate quality

Scale up once you find a reliable supplier

Remember: The best pallet deal combines fair pricing, reliable quality, and dependable delivery. Don't just choose the cheapest option - choose the best value for your business needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard pallet size?

The North American standard is the GMA pallet at 48" x 40", and it is what most pallet listings on Repackify are. The other common footprints are 42" x 42" (telecom and paint), 48" x 48" (drums), 48" x 45" (automotive), and the 1200 x 800 mm Euro pallet.

How much does a pallet weigh?

An empty 48" x 40" wood pallet weighs 30 to 48 lbs. A 48" x 48" drum pallet weighs 55 to 70 lbs and a 24" x 40" half pallet 18 to 25 lbs. Block pallets sit at the heavy end of each range because they carry up to twelve blocks instead of three stringers.

How much weight can a used pallet hold?

There is no single figure: capacity depends on the design, the load and how the pallet is supported, and a pallet's grade records its repairs, not a rating. The NWPCA Pallet Design System rates one 48x40 hardwood stringer design at 9,602 lbs on the floor, 3,174 lbs racked across its length and 2,855 lbs racked across its width, under an evenly spread load. Ask the seller for a Pallet Design System or ISO 8611 rating when a load comes near those figures, and never load a pallet with a cracked stringer or missing board.

What do Grade A, Grade B, and Grade C pallets mean?

Grade A is like-new with no repaired boards and full structural integrity. Grade B has moderate wear and may carry a repaired stringer or replaced deck board (1 or 2 repairs). Grade C is heavily used with visible damage and suits light-duty or one-way shipping. Grades describe observed condition and repairs, not remaining trips; inspect before every reuse. Cores are damaged or end-of-life pallets valued for their lumber, priced per ton or per truckload; a worn but repairable pallet is graded C, not a core.

What is the difference between stringer and block pallets?

A stringer pallet is built on 2 or 3 parallel boards and is 2-way or partial 4-way entry; it is the cheaper of the two. A block pallet uses 4 to 12 blocks, gives true 4-way forklift and pallet-jack entry, and is the stronger choice for racking and export.

How many pallets fit in a 53-foot truck?

A 53-foot dry van has a 52'6" x 98.5" floor and about 110" of clear height. Loaded straight, 48" x 40" pallets sit 40" across (2 x 40" = 80") and 48" deep, 630" / 48" = 13 rows, for 26 stacks; pinwheeled in 88" four-stack blocks, 630" / 88" = 7 blocks, 28 stacks; turned 48" across (2 x 48" = 96") and 40" deep, 630" / 40" = 15 rows, 30 stacks, the least stable pattern. Empty stringer pallets are about 5" thick, so stacks run 20 to 22 high (100" to 110") built inside a true 110" trailer, and 23 only on 4.75" stock; a stack pre-built at the dock must clear the 105" rear door, so band 20 or 21 and finish the column inside. Ordinary loads are 26 to 30 stacks x 20 to 22 = 520 to 660; 24 stacks x 20 = 480 when weight or thick stock caps the load; 30 turned stacks x 23 on thin stock is 690. Carriers quote 480 to 680.

Who buys used pallets, and what do they pay?

Pallet recyclers and brokers pay by grade for 48" x 40" pallets at volume: roughly $4 to $8 for Grade A, $2 to $5 for Grade B, $0.50 to $2 for repairable Grade C, and $0.25 to $1 for cores, the damaged pallets worth only their lumber ($30 to $60 a ton), with free pickup once the lot fills a truck (480 to 680 pallets). Below a full truckload the seller usually delivers or pays the freight. Clean Grade A and Grade B pallets sold direct to an end user bring more than a recycler pays, which is why sellers list them on Repackify instead of calling a recycler.

Do used pallets need an ISPM-15 stamp?

Only for export. Domestic shipments do not need heat treatment, but any solid-wood pallet leaving the country must carry the ISPM-15 mark with an approved treatment code (HT, DH, MB or SF), so check each listing's specifications before buying pallets for international loads. A repair with an untreated board voids the mark until the pallet is re-treated and re-stamped, so on a repaired Grade B pallet confirm the replaced board was heat treated, not just that an old stamp is present.