Publisher: United Plankton Pictures
Cover Date: February 2011
Cover Price: $2.99
Writer: Kochalka
Penciller: Barta
First Appearance: Spongebob Squarepants (in standard U.S. comic) (full)
SpongeBob Comics (2011) #1 Value FAQ
How much is SpongeBob Comics (2011) #1 worth?
As of October 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $120.00; lower grades range from ~$12.00 (Good) to ~$84.00 (Very Fine).
Is SpongeBob Comics (2011) #1 a key issue?
Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Spongebob Squarepants (in standard U.S. comic) (full).
Who created SpongeBob Comics (2011) #1?
SpongeBob Comics (2011) #1 was written by Kochalka, pencilled by Barta.
When was SpongeBob Comics (2011) #1 published?
United Plankton Pictures published it with a February 2011 cover date, originally priced at $2.99.
What is a high-grade copy of SpongeBob Comics (2011) #1 worth?
A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $120.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.
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