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Why secondhand shopping is booming for Americans

Secondhand clothing sales surge as over three‑quarters of Americans turn to pre‑owned items

By · Published October 7, 2026  14:27 UTC · Updated October 7, 2026  15:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Secondhand clothing sales surge as over three‑quarters of Americans turn to pre‑owned items
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WCAX reported a surge in secondhand shopping, noting that more Americans are buying used clothing. The story marks the first indication that the practice is expanding beyond niche markets into mainstream consumption.

Data from eBay’s 2026 Recommerce Report, cited by Stock Titan, shows 70 % of shoppers say purchasing secondhand is important to household budgets. Morningstar adds that 76 % of Americans bought at least one used item last year, indicating the activity has become commonplace.

The percentages address different aspects—budget importance versus purchase incidence—so there is no direct conflict. Together the coverage portrays a market where secondhand buying is now the norm for a majority of U.S. consumers.

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What share of Americans bought used clothing last year?

Morningstar reports that 76 % of Americans bought at least one used item last year, according to eBay’s 2026 Recommerce Report.

How many shoppers say secondhand purchases matter for household budgets?

Stock Titan cites eBay data indicating that 70 % of shoppers consider secondhand shopping important to their household budgets.

What reasons are given for the boom in secondhand shopping?

USA Today points to cost‑saving motivations and growing consumer acceptance of pre‑owned goods as drivers of the surge.

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