Average scrap price for 300 Series Stainless Steel

365-day market: price lists from 2 yards. As of 5/5/2026.
$0.40/ lb−$0.02 (4.8%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.40
Lowest price ⓘ$0.40
Highest price$0.40Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Massachusetts
  • Low (around $0.40): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.40): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($0.40+): 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 $0.40 to $0.42.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past year.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.

Where to sell 300 Series Stainless Steel in Massachusetts

Scrap yards in Massachusetts buying 300 Series Stainless Steel — 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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Second Street Iron & Metal Co., Inc.

Listed as: Stainless Steel
285 2nd St, Everett, MA 02149 Plan route
$0.40/ lb
Updated 431 days ago

Solomon Metals Corporation

Listed as: Stainless Steel
580 Lynnway, Lynn, MA 01905 Plan route
$0.35/ lb

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Compare 300 Series Stainless Steel prices with other Stainless Steel grades

See the exact price difference between 300 Series Stainless Steel and similar grades like 316 Stainless Steel or 304 Stainless Steel. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price 300 Series Stainless Steel
300 Series Stainless Steel Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.40 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -5.6%
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316 Stainless Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.83 / lb
Mix it with 300 Series Stainless Steel?They'll pay $0.40 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$0.43 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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304 Stainless Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.33 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +10.3%
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Daily price history for 300 Series Stainless Steel

The table below shows the daily price history for 300 Series Stainless Steel 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)
$0.40 / lb−$0.02$0.40 – $0.40
2/17/2026 $0.42 / lb−$0.47$0.42 – $0.42
9/5/2025 $0.89 / lb+$0.54$0.89 – $0.89
8/29/2025 $0.35 / lb−$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
3/1/2024 $0.40 / lb+$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
6/10/2023 $0.35 / lb−$0.23$0.35 – $0.35
7/1/2022 $0.58 / lb+$0.03$0.58 – $0.58
1/24/2022 $0.55 / lb+$0.05$0.55 – $0.55
1/15/2021 $0.50 / lb+$0.10$0.50 – $0.50
9/29/2020 $0.40 / lb+$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
11/22/2019 $0.30 / lb−$0.10$0.30 – $0.30
7/12/2017 $0.40 / lb+$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
10/31/2015 $0.30 / lb−$0.05$0.30 – $0.30