Average scrap price for Aluminum 6061 Structural

365-day market: price lists from 2 yards. As of 3/4/2026.
$0.78/ lb
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.78
Lowest price $0.78
Highest price$0.78Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers New Jersey
  • Low (around $0.78): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.78): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($0.78+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $0.63 to $0.78.
Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Jun '26Today
Market snapshot
Upward trend. Prices have been rising over the past year.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.

Where to sell Aluminum 6061 Structural in New Jersey

Scrap yards in New Jersey buying Aluminum 6061 Structural — 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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Sgt. Scrap

Listed as: 6061 Extrusion/Sheet/Plate/Clip
610 Crescent Blvd, Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Plan route
$0.78/ lb
Updated 215 days ago

Sgt. Scrap

Listed as: 6061 Extrusion/Sheet/Plate/Clip
9105 Burrough Dover Ln, Pennsauken, NJ 08110 Plan route
$0.78/ lb

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Compare Aluminum 6061 Structural prices with other Aluminum grades

See the exact price difference between Aluminum 6061 Structural and similar grades like Aluminum BX or Painted Aluminum Extrusion. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price Aluminum 6061 Structural
Aluminum 6061 Structural Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.78 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +13.2%
Aluminum BX Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$2.23 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +13.5%
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Painted Aluminum Extrusion Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum 5052 (Plate) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.20 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Lithographic Plates (Litho) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$1.20 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Wire (EC / Clean) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$1.15 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -19.2%
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Aluminum 6063 Extrusion (Clean) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$1.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Dirty Aluminum Extrusion Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.93 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +5.4%
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Dirty & Irony Aluminum Wheels Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.88 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +9.4%
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Clean Aluminum Auto Wheels (Alloy 356) Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.87 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +6.9%
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Aluminum Siding & Gutters Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.83 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Clips & MLC Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.82 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +15.6%
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Clean Truck & Semi Wheels (Alloy 6061) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.75 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheels Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.75 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Thermal Break Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.70 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum 3003 Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.70 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Clean Aluminum Sheet Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.67 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: -17.2%
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Cast Aluminum Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.60 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Painted & Old Sheet Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.60 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Cans (UBC) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Wire (Insulated / ACSR) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.45 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.25 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Irony & Breakage Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.15 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Daily price history for Aluminum 6061 Structural

The table below shows the daily price history for Aluminum 6061 Structural 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)
$0.78 / lb— no change$0.78 – $0.78
2/17/2026 $0.78 / lb+$0.15$0.78 – $0.78
11/29/2025 $0.63 / lb−$0.13$0.63 – $0.63
11/11/2025 $0.76 / lb— no change$0.76 – $0.76
10/24/2025 $0.76 / lb+$0.06$0.76 – $0.76
10/16/2025 $0.70 / lb+$0.05$0.70 – $0.70
10/11/2025 $0.65 / lb−$0.05$0.65 – $0.65
8/24/2025 $0.70 / lb— no change$0.70 – $0.70
8/23/2025 $0.70 / lb−$0.07$0.70 – $0.70
7/1/2025 $0.77 / lb+$0.18$0.77 – $0.77
4/21/2025 $0.59 / lb+$0.06$0.59 – $0.59
1/19/2025 $0.53 / lb— no change$0.53 – $0.53
1/9/2025 $0.53 / lb−$0.02$0.53 – $0.53
9/26/2024 $0.55 / lb−$0.03$0.55 – $0.55
9/19/2024 $0.58 / lb−$0.07$0.58 – $0.58
6/18/2024 $0.65 / lb+$0.18$0.65 – $0.65
12/16/2023 $0.47 / lb+$0.02$0.47 – $0.47
11/17/2023 $0.45 / lb−$0.01$0.45 – $0.45
9/30/2023 $0.46 / lb— no change$0.46 – $0.46
11/27/2022 $0.46 / lb−$0.06$0.46 – $0.46
8/12/2022 $0.52 / lb−$0.04$0.52 – $0.52
5/23/2022 $0.56 / lb−$0.29$0.56 – $0.56
5/14/2022 $0.85 / lb+$0.18$0.85 – $0.85