Average scrap price for 316 Stainless Steel

180-day market: price lists from 2 yards. As of today.
$0.88/ lb+$0.13 (17.3%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.88
Lowest price $0.75
Highest price$1.00Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Texas
  • Low (around $0.75): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.88): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($1.00+): 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 $0.50 to $1.00.
Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Jun '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates (out of 3 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell 316 Stainless Steel in Texas

Scrap yards in Texas buying 316 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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Astro City Scrap Metal

Listed as: 316ss
4530 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018 Plan route
$1.00/ lb
Updated 177 days ago

Cleveland Recycling Inc.

Listed as: 316 SS CLEAN
25068 TX-321, Cleveland, TX 77327 Plan route
$0.75/ lb
Updated 214 days ago

Orange Recycling - Scrap Yard in Texas

Listed as: 316 Stainless
4481 TX-62, Orange, TX 77632 Plan route
$0.76/ lb

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Compare 316 Stainless Steel prices with other Stainless Steel grades

See the exact price difference between 316 Stainless Steel and similar grades like 300 Series 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 316 Stainless Steel
316 Stainless Steel Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.88 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
300 Series Stainless Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.39 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +14.7%
Price analytics
304 Stainless Steel Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.38 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -3.8%
Price analytics

Price trend: 316 Stainless Steel at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for 316 Stainless Steel 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 316 Stainless Steel

The table below shows the daily price history for 316 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)
$0.88 / lb+$0.13$1.00 – $1.00
3/26/2026 $0.75 / lb−$0.15$0.75 – $0.75
3/12/2026 $0.90 / lb+$0.40$0.90 – $0.90
3/4/2026 $0.50 / lb−$0.27$0.50 – $0.50
2/17/2026 $0.77 / lb−$0.23$0.70 – $0.85
10/5/2025 $1.00 / lb+$0.28$1.00 – $1.00
7/19/2025 $0.72 / lb−$0.08$0.72 – $0.72
5/15/2025 $0.80 / lb−$0.05$0.80 – $0.80
3/25/2025 $0.85 / lb+$0.35$0.85 – $0.85
5/28/2024 $0.50 / lb−$0.40$0.50 – $0.50
4/21/2024 $0.90 / lb+$0.05$0.90 – $0.90