Question 1

How are item prices calculated in Stardew Valley?

Accepted Answer

Base prices are taken directly from Stardew Valley 1.6 game files. Quality multipliers apply: Silver = 1.25x, Gold = 1.5x, Iridium = 2x. Profession bonuses like Tiller (+10%) and Artisan (+40%) stack with quality multipliers.

Question 2

What is the profit difference between Keg and Preserves Jar?

Accepted Answer

Kegs generally yield higher profits for fruits (wine sells for 3x base price), while Preserves Jars are faster (3 days vs 7 days for wine) and better for vegetables. Use our calculator to compare profits for specific items.

Question 3

How often is StardewPriceDB updated?

Accepted Answer

We verify all prices against Stardew Valley 1.6.14 game data after each game update. Check our About page for the last verification date.