How are item prices calculated in Stardew Valley?

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.

What is the profit difference between Keg and Preserves Jar?

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.

How often is StardewPriceDB updated?

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.

Where can I catch Lobster in Stardew Valley?

Lobster can be caught at Ocean. Caught in Crab Pots placed in ocean water.

What season is Lobster available?

Lobster is available during Spring and Summer and Fall and Winter from Any. It appears in any weather.

How much does Lobster sell for?

Lobster has a base sell price of 120g. With the Angler profession (+25%), it sells for 150g. Silver quality sells for 150g, Gold for 180g, and Iridium for 240g.

How hard is it to catch Lobster?

Lobster has a difficulty rating of 0, relatively easy to catch. It has Crab Pot behavior. More valuable than crabs. Ocean Crab Pots can catch lobster, crab, shrimp, and others randomly.

Lobster

A large crustacean prized for its tender meat. Lives on the ocean floor.

Spring Summer Fall Winter Very Easy (0)

Base Price

120g

Where & When to Find Lobster

Location

Ocean

Caught in Crab Pots placed in ocean water.

Time & Conditions

Any

Any weather

Difficulty & Catching Strategy

Difficulty: 0

Very Easy

Perfect for beginners

EasyHardLegend (110)

Crab Pot Behavior

Expert Tips for Lobster

More valuable than crabs. Ocean Crab Pots can catch lobster, crab, shrimp, and others randomly.

Recommended Tackle

Spinner

Faster bite rate

Best for: Farming XP quickly

Barbed Hook

Clinging to fish

Best for: Smooth/mixed behavior fish

Tackle requires an Iridium Rod. Purchase from Willy's shop at Fishing Level 6.

Sell Prices by Quality

Angler: Inactive

Quality	Price	Multiplier
Normal	120g	1.0x
Silver	150g	1.25x
Gold	180g	1.5x
Iridium	240g	2.0x

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Angler's Pro Tip

Strategy Analysis (v1.6)

Best Tackle

Difficulty

Rarity

Uses for Lobster

Lobster Bisque (cooking)
High value shellfish

Did You Know?

Lobsters can live over 100 years and continue growing throughout their lives.