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 Midnight Carp in Stardew Valley?

Midnight Carp can be caught at Mountain Lake or Ginger Island. Found in the mountain lake and Ginger Island ponds at night.

What season is Midnight Carp available?

Midnight Carp is available during Fall and Winter from 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM. It appears in any weather.

How much does Midnight Carp sell for?

Midnight Carp has a base sell price of 150g. With the Angler profession (+25%), it sells for 187g. Silver quality sells for 187g, Gold for 225g, and Iridium for 300g.

How hard is it to catch Midnight Carp?

Midnight Carp has a difficulty rating of 55, a moderate challenge. It has Mixed behavior. Night fishing required. Fall/Winter only in the main valley, but year-round at night on Ginger Island.

Midnight Carp

A nocturnal carp that only surfaces at night. Its dark coloring helps it hide from predators.

Fall Winter Medium (55)

Base Price

150g

Where & When to Find Midnight Carp

Location

Mountain Lake
Ginger Island

Found in the mountain lake and Ginger Island ponds at night.

Time & Conditions

10:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Any weather

Difficulty & Catching Strategy

Difficulty: 55

Medium

Moderate challenge

EasyHardLegend (110)

Mixed Behavior

Unpredictable movement that alternates between different patterns. Requires adaptability.

Tip: Stay centered and react to changes. Don't commit too heavily to one direction.

Expert Tips for Midnight Carp

Night fishing required. Fall/Winter only in the main valley, but year-round at night on Ginger Island.

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	150g	1.0x
Silver	187g	1.25x
Gold	225g	1.5x
Iridium	300g	2.0x

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Angler's Pro Tip

Strategy Analysis (v1.6)

Best Tackle

Difficulty

Rarity

Uses for Midnight Carp

Seafoam Pudding (cooking)
Fish Pond

Did You Know?

This carp has evolved specialized eyes for seeing in low-light conditions.