SchrottToday’s Aluminum Scrap Prices in the US
Get the most accurate data on Aluminum scrap prices in the US. Our tracker monitors local yard payouts and global market trends to help you time your sell-off and maximize your profit per pound.
Aluminum Scrap Price Trends
over the last 6 monthsIn the last 6 months in the Aluminum category: price is up for 8 grades, price is steady for 9 grades, and price is down for 8 grades.
Live Aluminum Scrap Price Rates in the US
Aluminum values fluctuate based on purity and alloy content. Currently, Aluminum scrap ranges from $0.10 to $2.70 across all grades. High-demand materials like Aluminum 6063 Extrusion (Clean) typically fetch $1.10 to $1.81/ lb, while consumer goods like Aluminum Cans (UBC) trade at $0.70 to $0.82/ lb. Check the specialized rates for Clean Aluminum Auto Wheels (Alloy 356) and Cast Aluminum below.
Top-Rated Yards Buying Aluminum in the US
Live prices from local scrap yards across the U.S.. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
Wichita Material Recovery - WMR - 303-9303
Western Oklahoma Metal Recycling LLC
Crestwood Metal Corporation
Stuff Recycling
Brenner Recycling
CMC Recycling
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Aluminum Load Value Estimator
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Aluminum Recovery & Purity Standards
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| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum BX | $1.12 LME | $2.25 | High Grade•200% Why above exchange? |
| Aluminum 6063 Extrusion (Clean) | $1.12 LME | $1.46 | Mid Grade•129% Why above exchange? |
| Aluminum Wire (EC / Clean) | $1.12 LME | $1.45 | Mid Grade•129% Why above exchange? |
| Aluminum 5052 (Plate) | $1.12 LME | $1.31 | Mid Grade•117% Why above exchange? |
| Clean Aluminum Auto Wheels (Alloy 356) | $1.12 LME | $1.09 | Mid Grade•97% |
| Painted Aluminum Extrusion | $1.12 LME | $1.07 | Mid Grade•95% Why above exchange? |
| Lithographic Plates (Litho) | $1.12 LME | $1.03 | Mid Grade•91% Why above exchange? |
| Aluminum Clips & MLC | $1.12 LME | $0.89 | Mid Grade•79% |
| Aluminum Siding & Gutters | $1.12 LME | $0.87 | Mid Grade•77% |
| Dirty & Irony Aluminum Wheels | $1.12 LME | $0.85 | Mid Grade•76% |
| Dirty Aluminum Extrusion | $1.12 LME | $0.85 | Mid Grade•76% |
| Aluminum 6061 Structural | $1.12 LME | $0.83 | Low Grade•74% |
| Cast Aluminum | $1.12 LME | $0.79 | Low Grade•70% |
| Aluminum Cans (UBC) | $1.12 LME | $0.76 | Low Grade•68% |
| Clean Aluminum Sheet | $1.12 LME | $0.76 | Low Grade•68% |
| Clean Truck & Semi Wheels (Alloy 6061) | $1.12 LME | $0.74 | Low Grade•66% |
| Aluminum Wire (Insulated / ACSR) | $1.12 LME | $0.73 | Low Grade•65% |
| Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheels | $1.12 LME | $0.73 | Low Grade•65% |
| Aluminum 3003 | $1.12 LME | $0.70 | Low Grade•62% |
| Thermal Break Aluminum | $1.12 LME | $0.69 | Low Grade•61% |
| Painted & Old Sheet Aluminum | $1.12 LME | $0.63 | Low Grade•56% |
| Clad Aluminum Wheels (Plastic Face) | $1.12 LME | $0.53 | Low Grade•47% |
| Aluminum Turnings | $1.12 LME | $0.32 | Low Grade•28% |
| Irony & Breakage Aluminum | $1.12 LME | $0.29 | Low Grade•26% |
| Aluminum Foil & Light Gauge | $1.12 LME | $0.13 | Low Grade•11% |
📊 What Determines Grade Value:
- Alloy Composition: Series like 6061 and 6063 contain magnesium and silicon, making them more valuable for extrusion plants than mixed old sheet.
- Contamination Levels: Steel screws, rubber gaskets, or plastic coatings significantly drop the price to 'Irony' or 'Dirty' grades.
- Weight-to-Volume Ratio: Light gauge foil or turnings take up more space in a truck but weigh less, often leading to lower 'fluff' pricing.
- Surface Prep: Removing paint, grease, or thermal breaks can jump your material from a low-tier painted grade to a clean premium grade.
Aluminum scrap prices — find in your state on the map
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