Average scrap price for Cast Aluminum

180-day market: price lists from 2 yards. As of 10/8/2026.
$0.55/ lb+$0.05 (10%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.55
Lowest price ⓘ$0.50
Highest price$0.60Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers West Virginia
  • Low (around $0.50): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.55): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($0.60+): 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 $0.35 to $0.60.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates (out of 5 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Cast Aluminum in West Virginia

Scrap yards in West Virginia buying Cast Aluminum — 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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Updated 26 days ago

Taylor Iron & Metal

Listed as: Aluminum Cast
10 3rd Ave, Huntington, WV 25701 Plan route
$0.60/ lb
Updated 175 days ago

Atlas Metal Recycling

Listed as: Cast Al
5095 US-60, Ceredo, WV 25507 Plan route
$0.50/ lb
Updated 200 days ago

Elkins Metal Recycling

Listed as: Aluminum Cast
1401 15th St, Elkins, WV 26241 Plan route
$0.50/ lb
Updated 244 days ago

West Virginia Cashin Recyclables

Listed as: Aluminum Cast
1 Pickens Rd, Nitro, WV 25143 Plan route
$0.55/ lb
Updated 297 days ago

Ashley Metal Recycling LLC

Listed as: Aluminum Cast
119 Commercial St, Mineral Wells, WV 26150 Plan route
$0.45/ lb

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Compare Cast Aluminum prices with other Aluminum grades

See the exact price difference between Cast Aluminum and similar grades like Aluminum 5052 (Plate) or Aluminum 6061 Structural. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price Cast Aluminum
Cast Aluminum Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.55 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum 5052 (Plate) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.20 / lb
Mix it with Cast Aluminum?They'll pay $0.55 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$0.65 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum 6061 Structural Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.76 / lb
Mix it with Cast Aluminum?They'll pay $0.55 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$0.21 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -17.8%
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Aluminum BX Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.49 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +18.7%
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Aluminum 6063 Extrusion (Clean) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.16 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +10.5%
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Painted Aluminum Extrusion Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Lithographic Plates (Litho) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.05 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Clean Aluminum Auto Wheels (Alloy 356) Based on 5 scrap yards
Avg price:$1.05 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: -13.6%
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Dirty Aluminum Extrusion Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.93 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Dirty & Irony Aluminum Wheels Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.88 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Wire (EC / Clean) Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.87 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Cans (UBC) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.80 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Siding & Gutters Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.75 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Wire (Insulated / ACSR) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.61 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +39.7%
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Clean Truck & Semi Wheels (Alloy 6061) Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.58 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Clips & MLC Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.55 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Painted & Old Sheet Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.55 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +5.0%
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Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheels Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.55 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Clean Aluminum Sheet Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.45 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Irony & Breakage Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.30 / 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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Price trend: Cast Aluminum at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Cast Aluminum 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 Cast Aluminum

The table below shows the daily price history for Cast Aluminum 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)
$0.55 / lb+$0.05$0.60 – $0.60
5/12/2026 $0.50 / lb+$0.15$0.50 – $0.50
5/4/2026 $0.35 / lb−$0.15$0.35 – $0.35
4/17/2026 $0.50 / lb— no change$0.50 – $0.50
3/22/2026 $0.50 / lb−$0.05$0.50 – $0.50
3/4/2026 $0.55 / lb+$0.15$0.55 – $0.55
2/17/2026 $0.40 / lb−$0.05$0.35 – $0.45
1/10/2026 $0.45 / lb+$0.10$0.45 – $0.45
10/15/2025 $0.35 / lb−$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
9/30/2025 $0.40 / lb— no change$0.40 – $0.40
8/9/2025 $0.40 / lb— no change$0.40 – $0.40
7/14/2025 $0.40 / lb+$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
2/14/2025 $0.35 / lb+$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
11/5/2024 $0.30 / lb−$0.10$0.30 – $0.30
10/14/2024 $0.40 / lb−$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
10/5/2024 $0.45 / lb— no change$0.45 – $0.45
8/7/2024 $0.45 / lb+$0.15$0.45 – $0.45
7/14/2024 $0.30 / lb−$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
3/3/2024 $0.35 / lb— no change$0.35 – $0.35
12/11/2023 $0.35 / lb+$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
5/30/2023 $0.30 / lb−$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
3/25/2023 $0.35 / lb+$0.20$0.35 – $0.35
12/8/2022 $0.15 / lb— no change$0.15 – $0.15
12/2/2022 $0.15 / lb−$0.10$0.15 – $0.15
10/6/2022 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
6/29/2022 $0.20 / lb— no change$0.20 – $0.20
6/28/2022 $0.20 / lb−$0.25$0.20 – $0.20
5/24/2022 $0.45 / lb+$0.15$0.45 – $0.45
1/29/2022 $0.30 / lb−$0.10$0.30 – $0.30
1/27/2022 $0.40 / lb— no change$0.40 – $0.40
12/9/2021 $0.40 / lb+$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
10/25/2021 $0.30 / lb−$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
6/23/2021 $0.35 / lb+$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
4/23/2021 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
4/22/2021 $0.25 / lb−$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
4/10/2021 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
3/1/2021 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
1/20/2021 $0.20 / lb+$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
11/29/2020 $0.15 / lb−$0.05$0.15 – $0.15
11/26/2020 $0.20 / lb— no change$0.20 – $0.20
9/25/2020 $0.20 / lb— no change$0.20 – $0.20
11/17/2019 $0.20 / lb+$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
11/15/2019 $0.15 / lb−$0.10$0.15 – $0.15
9/18/2019 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
8/26/2019 $0.20 / lb−$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
6/12/2019 $0.25 / lb−$0.05$0.25 – $0.25