Average scrap price for #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)

180-day market: price lists from 1 yard. As of 9/14/2026.
$0.50/ lb−$0.10 (16.7%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.50
Lowest price $0.50
Highest price$0.50Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Pennsylvania

Scrap buy price in Pennsylvania — $0.50 / lb (single yard offer in our database). Compare with prices across Ukraine below to estimate the real value of this scrap grade.

52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $0.30 to $0.60.
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High volatility. Prices have been swinging over the past month.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate (out of 2 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) in Pennsylvania

Scrap yards in Pennsylvania buying #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) — with current per-pound rates listed. Prices shown are indicative; actual payouts may vary by lot size, date, and material condition. Call ahead to confirm today’s price and minimum quantity. For large lots, ask about specialty or volume pricing.

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Brenner Recycling

Listed as: Low Grade Copper Wire
282 S Wyoming St, Hazleton, PA 18201 Plan route
$0.50/ lb
Updated 214 days ago

Paz Metals Inc.

Listed as: 25-30% Insulated Wire
4315 Run Way, York, PA 17406 Plan route
$0.50/ lb

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Compare #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) prices with other Insulated Copper Wire grades

See the exact price difference between #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) and similar grades like #1 Insulated Wire or THHN Wire. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)
#3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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#1 Insulated Wire Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$3.80 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$3.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +2.0%
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THHN Wire Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$3.20 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$2.70 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +9.6%
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Romex® Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.10 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$2.60 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +8.5%
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Coax & Heliax Cable Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.49 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$1.99 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +7.7%
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Telecom & Data Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.16 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$1.66 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +12.9%
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Wire Harnesses Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.93 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$1.43 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +20.8%
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#2 Insulated Wire Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$1.58 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$1.08 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +37.0%
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Armored Cable (BX) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.70 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $0.50 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$0.20 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +1.4%
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MCM & Industrial Cable Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$4.27 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +7.8%
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Computer Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.40 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Christmas Lights Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.25 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) at local scrap yards only — no exchange overlay for this material. When the line trends up, yards are raising prices and it may be worth waiting a few days. When it turns down, sell quickly before yards lower their offers.

Daily price history for #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)

The table below shows the daily price history for #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) at local scrap yards. For each day we display the average payout, the change from the previous day, and the full market range (low and high). This lets you spot the direction of the market over recent days — whether prices are climbing, falling, or holding steady. Review several consecutive days of data before making a trip, and always confirm today’s rate directly with the yards listed on this page.

DateAvg price (per lb)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$0.50 / lb−$0.10$0.50 – $0.50
9/11/2026 $0.60 / lb+$0.10$0.60 – $0.60
9/3/2026 $0.50 / lb+$0.10$0.50 – $0.50
9/1/2026 $0.40 / lb−$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
8/25/2026 $0.50 / lb−$0.05$0.50 – $0.50
8/22/2026 $0.55 / lb+$0.05$0.55 – $0.55
6/20/2026 $0.50 / lb+$0.17$0.50 – $0.50
2/17/2026 $0.33 / lb+$0.03$0.30 – $0.35
10/14/2025 $0.30 / lb−$0.15$0.30 – $0.30
8/30/2025 $0.45 / lb+$0.05$0.45 – $0.45
1/13/2025 $0.40 / lb+$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
9/8/2024 $0.30 / lb+$0.10$0.30 – $0.30
12/10/2023 $0.20 / lb+$0.04$0.20 – $0.20
5/13/2021 $0.16 / lb−$0.34$0.16 – $0.16
4/19/2021 $0.50 / lb−$0.40$0.50 – $0.50