Colorado Hay Prices
Colorado hay is averaging $275/ton across 55 exact auction trades over the 60 days to the latest report (Oct 19, 2026). Prices range $175–$401/ton depending on commodity and quality.
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Colorado hay prices by type
| Commodity | Quality | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalfa | — | $243 | $374 | $320 | 10 |
| Grass | — | $200 | $393 | $316 | 10 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | — | $321 | $401 | $363 | 5 |
| Alfalfa | Premium/Supreme | $288 | $325 | $309 | 3 |
| Hay | — | $268 | $318 | $297 | 3 |
| Sorghum | Fair | $200 | $200 | $200 | 3 |
| Alfalfa | Fair | $250 | $250 | $250 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Good/Premium | $325 | $335 | $330 | 2 |
| Grass | Fair | $300 | $300 | $300 | 2 |
| Millet | — | $195 | $231 | $213 | 2 |
| Oat | — | $266 | $366 | $316 | 2 |
| Alfalfa | Good | $260 | $260 | $260 | 1 |
| Alfalfa | Supreme | $325 | $325 | $325 | 1 |
| Alfalfa/Grass Mix | Premium | $380 | $380 | $380 | 1 |
| Grass Alfalfa | — | $280 | $280 | $280 | 1 |
| Haygrazer | Fair | $200 | $200 | $200 | 1 |
| Millet | Fair | $200 | $200 | $200 | 1 |
| Millet | Premium | $200 | $200 | $200 | 1 |
| Prairie/Meadow Grass | Fair | $175 | $175 | $175 | 1 |
| Prairie/Meadow Grass | Fair/Good | $400 | $400 | $400 | 1 |
| Sorghum | — | $234 | $234 | $234 | 1 |
| Teff/Sorg | — | $182 | $182 | $182 | 1 |
Colorado hay price trend
Weekly average $/ton by hay type, exact auction trades, last 26 weeks. Each point is a week that type reported. Sources: USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports, Centennial Livestock Auction in Fort Collins CO and Producers Livestock Marketing in Greeley CO.
- Alfalfa
- Grass
- Alfalfa (Good)
Colorado hay prices by region and auction
| Region / Auction | Low $/ton | High $/ton | Avg $/ton | Obs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial CO | $182 | $401 | $318 | 30 |
| Colorado — Northeast | $200 | $335 | $264 | 7 |
| Colorado — Southeast | $200 | $325 | $238 | 6 |
| Greeley CO | $200 | $283 | $257 | 5 |
| Colorado — San Luis Valley | $175 | $380 | $289 | 4 |
| Colorado — Mountains and Northwest CO | $300 | $400 | $333 | 3 |
Nearby markets reporting now
States bordering Colorado with exact trades in recent reports.
| State | Avg $/ton | Trades | Latest report |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | $202 | 50 | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Utah | $238 | 23 | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Oklahoma | $190 | 26 | Oct 12, 2026 |
| Wyoming | $260 | 67 | Oct 12, 2026 |
Every state HayWire tracks: hay prices by state. Buying by the bale: hay prices per bale. Reading the table: what the hay grades mean.
What Colorado readers paid
Reported to HayWire directly, outside the USDA index. Not verified trades; the private market USDA does not publish.
- Colorado Springs, CO — Orchard grass/alfalfa mix: $500/ton · reader-reported, Aug 11, 2026
- CO — Grass: $180/ton · reader-reported, Jul 25, 2026
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FAQ
How much does hay cost per ton in Colorado right now?
Colorado Alfalfa (—) is averaging $320/ton in the latest USDA and auction-house reports, with prices ranging $243–$374/ton.
How often are Colorado hay prices updated?
HayWire publishes Colorado hay prices every week using USDA Agricultural Marketing Service auction reports, Centennial Livestock Auction in Fort Collins CO and Producers Livestock Marketing in Greeley CO. Data refreshes as reports post.
Where can I buy hay in Colorado?
Check the Colorado USDA and auction-house averages and price trend on this page before you buy, so you know what a fair price is and can benchmark any seller's quote against the live market.