SchrottToday’s Copper Scrap Prices in the US
Real-time market analysis for Copper scrap prices in the US. Track the latest fluctuations against the COMEX exchange, calculate your load's worth, and identify the highest-paying scrap yards in the US for every grade from Bare Bright to insulated wire.
Copper Scrap Price Trends
over the last 6 monthsIn the last 6 months in the Copper category: price is up for 2 grades and price is steady for 3 grades.
Current Copper Scrap Prices in the US by Grade
Copper values currently fluctuate between $3.65/lb and $5.25/lb depending on purity and insulation. Premium Bare Bright Copper fetches the highest market rates at $4.70 to $5.25/ lb, while common #1 Copper and #2 Copper are moving for $4.50 to $5.02/ lb and $4.30 to $4.98/ lb respectively. For those with wiring, Romex® Wire is currently priced around quotes vary by yard.
Where to Sell Copper for the Best Rates in the US
Live prices from local scrap yards across the U.S.. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
Astro City Scrap Metal
CMC Recycling
Crestwood Metal Corporation
Stuff Recycling
Brenner Recycling
Sahd Metal Recycling
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🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶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 across the U.S..
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.
| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bare Bright Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.98 | High Grade•82% |
| #1 Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.76 | High Grade•78% |
| #2 Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.64 | High Grade•76% |
| Light Copper / Sheet Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.47 | Mid Grade•73% |
| Copper Turnings | $6.09 COMEX | $3.91 | Low Grade•64% |
📊 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 25.3%.
- 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.
Copper scrap prices — find in your state on the map
The map shows states where we have Copper scrap prices. Click a state on the map or use the links below to see current Copper prices in that region.