Copper Scrap Price Trends

over the last 6 months

In the last 6 months in the Copper category: price is up for 2 grades, price is steady for 1 grade, and price is down for 2 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $2.82 to $4.19.
May '25Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (COMEX)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~32.6% (-$1.99 / lb). Based on 5 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 28%–38%.
✓ All 5 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — Copper in West Virginia

Local scrap yards in West Virginia sometimes post their prices with a short delay. To keep you informed of what your metal is worth right now, we use U.S. national averages as a reference. The secondary metals market responds to exchange moves in sync across the country — use this national benchmark when negotiating with local buyers. Copper prices across the U.S. →

Current Copper Scrap Prices in West Virginia by Grade

Here is the Copper data we have on file for West Virginia. Local yards don't always update their online prices daily — if your grade isn't listed, use the National Benchmark above as leverage when negotiating with local buyers.

+2.3% / 90 days
Bare Bright Copper Based on 4 yards
Avg. Price:$4.35 / lbRange: $4.05 – $4.65 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +2.3%
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#1 Copper Based on 5 yards
Avg. Price:$4.30 / lbRange: $4.00 – $4.60 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -2.1%
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#2 Copper Based on 3 yards
Avg. Price:$4.18 / lbRange: $3.90 – $4.45 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -2.7%
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+9.2% / 6 mo.
Copper Turnings U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$3.91 / lbRange: $3.65 – $4.17 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +9.2%
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Light Copper / Sheet Copper Based on 4 yards
Avg. Price:$3.78 / lbRange: $3.30 – $4.25 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +1.0%
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Where to Sell Copper for the Best Rates in West Virginia

Live prices from local scrap yards in West Virginia. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.

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Updated 4/10/2026

Atlas Metal Recycling

Ceredo, West Virginia2 grades on price list
Copper #1
$4.55 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (2%)
Copper #2
$4.40 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (2%)
Updated 4/10/2026

Taylor Iron & Metal

Huntington, West Virginia1 grade on price list
Copper Bare Bright
$4.65 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (2%)
Updated 3/23/2026

Three Rivers Iron Metal

Fairmont, West Virginia4 grades on price list
Bare Bright Copper
$4.30 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (2%)
#1 Copper
$4.00 / lb|🠇 $0.15 (4%)
#2 Copper
$3.90 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (3%)
#3 Copper
$3.70 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (3%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Charleston Area Metal Recycling

Charleston, West Virginia4 grades on price list
Bare Bright Copper
$4.05 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
#1 Copper
$4.00 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
#2 Copper
$3.75 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
#3 Copper
$3.30 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (3%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Elkins Metal Recycling

Elkins, West Virginia4 grades on price list
Bare Bright Copper
$4.05 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
#1 Copper
$4.00 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
#2 Copper
$3.75 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
#3 Copper
$3.30 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (3%)
Updated 2/17/2026

West Virginia Cashin Recyclables

Nitro, West Virginia3 grades on price list
#1 Copper
$4.60 / lb|🠅 $0.60 (15%)
#2 Copper
$4.45 / lb|🠅 $0.65 (17%)
Sheet Copper
$4.25 / lb|🠅 $0.65 (18%)

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Copper Price Chart & History

See how local yard buy prices track the exchange (COMEX). Use this chart to judge whether it's a good time to cash in now or wait for yards to catch up with the latest exchange move.

Copper Load Value & Payout Calculator

Selling a mixed load? Pick the grades below — a weight field appears after you select at least one grade, then the calculator estimates your haul's value from current average prices West Virginia.

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Copper Recovery: Understanding Purity & Payouts

Біржова ціна відображає чистий перероблений метал (99,9%+). У кожної марки лому різний рівень домішок і різна складність переробки. Чим вищий відсоток, тим цінніша марка і тим ближче виплата до спотової ціни.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
Bare Bright Copper $6.09 COMEX$4.35
High Grade71%
#1 Copper $6.09 COMEX$4.30
High Grade71%
#2 Copper $6.09 COMEX$4.18
High Grade69%
Copper Turnings $6.09 COMEX$3.91
Low Grade64%
Light Copper / Sheet Copper $6.09 COMEX$3.78
Low Grade62%

📊 What Determines Copper Grade Value:

  • Copper Recovery Rate: The percentage of actual metal left after stripping insulation or removing contaminants (solder, paint, brass fittings).
  • Market Spread: The difference between the COMEX price and what local yards pay, currently averaging 32.6%.
  • Processing Time: Heavily insulated wires like Christmas Lights require more industrial processing, lowering their per-pound value.
  • Weight & Volume: Bulk industrial loads of MCM & Industrial Cable often command 'tier-one' pricing at the scale.
💡 Pro tip: Always check for 'hidden' weight like steel armor on Armored Cable (BX) which can lead to a price downgrade if not disclosed.