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 Squid in Stardew Valley?

Midnight Squid can be caught at Night Market. Only available during the Winter Night Market submarine fishing (Winter 15-17).

What season is Midnight Squid available?

Midnight Squid is available during Winter from 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM. It appears in any weather.

How much does Midnight Squid sell for?

Midnight Squid has a base sell price of 100g. With the Angler profession (+25%), it sells for 125g. Silver quality sells for 125g, Gold for 150g, and Iridium for 200g.

How hard is it to catch Midnight Squid?

Midnight Squid has a difficulty rating of 55, a moderate challenge. It has Sinker behavior. Easiest Night Market fish. Good for filling out your fishing collection during the event.

Midnight Squid

A deep-water squid with bioluminescent properties. Only surfaces during the Night Market.

Winter Medium (55)

Base Price

100g

Where & When to Find Midnight Squid

Location

Night Market

Only available during the Winter Night Market submarine fishing (Winter 15-17).

Time & Conditions

5:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Any weather

Difficulty & Catching Strategy

Difficulty: 55

Medium

Moderate challenge

EasyHardLegend (110)

Sinker Behavior

Tends to drop toward the bottom of the bar. Will occasionally jump up.

Tip: Keep your bar low and be ready for sudden upward jumps.

Expert Tips for Midnight Squid

Easiest Night Market fish. Good for filling out your fishing collection during the event.

Recommended Tackle

Lead Bobber

Bar doesn't bounce

Best for: Sinker behavior fish

Trap Bobber

Slower catch bar drain

Best for: Difficult fish that move a lot

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

Sell Prices by Quality

Angler: Inactive

Quality	Price	Multiplier
Normal	100g	1.0x
Silver	125g	1.25x
Gold	150g	1.5x
Iridium	200g	2.0x

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Angler's Pro Tip

Strategy Analysis (v1.6)

Best Tackle

Difficulty

Rarity

Uses for Midnight Squid

Night Market exclusive
Squid Ink
Fish Pond

Did You Know?

Some real deep-sea squid can produce light through bioluminescence to attract prey.