ScrapCurrent Prices for Scrap Electric Motors in Illinois
In-depth analytics for electric motors prices in Illinois. Compare local scrap yard buyout rates with COMEX Copper exchange benchmarks, use the lot calculator to estimate your payout, and find the yards with the best offers near you.
Local data is supplemented with national averages for the most accurate estimate. The market moves as one trend — use the national figure as your reference point.
Price trends for electric motors by grade
over the last 30 daysIn the last month in the Electric Motors category: price is up for 5 grades, price is steady for 4 grades, and price is down for 1 grade.
U.S. National Price Benchmark — Electric Motors in Illinois
Local scrap yards in Illinois 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. Electric Motors prices across the U.S. →
Electric Motors scrap prices by grade in Illinois
Here is the Electric Motors data we have on file for Illinois. 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.
Scrap yards paying the most for electric motors in Illinois
Live prices from local scrap yards in Illinois. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
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🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶Price chart: electric motors grades and COMEX Copper exchange data
The chart shows average yard buyout rates and COMEX Copper exchange data for your selected electric motors grade. When the exchange moves up and local yard prices lag, they typically follow within a few trading days — a signal to hold if you can. When both lines drop, sell now before yards update their offers downward. Switch grades using the selector above the chart.
Calculate the value of your electric motors lot
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 Illinois.
Compare electric motors grades and their value
Electric motor pricing correlates with COMEX Copper because the primary value driver is the copper winding content. Aluminum-wound motors track LME Aluminum instead. Identifying your material correctly before selling is the single most effective step to maximize your payout.
| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum & Dirty Motors | $1.21/ lb LME | $0.16/ lb | High Grade•13% |
| Scrap Engines & Transmissions | $1.21/ lb LME | $0.16/ lb | High Grade•13% |
| Aluminum & Steel Transformers | $1.21/ lb LME | $0.13/ lb | High Grade•10% |
| Automotive Alternators | $6.38/ lb COMEX | $0.48/ lb | Mid Grade•7% |
| Copper Transformers | $6.38/ lb COMEX | $0.45/ lb | Mid Grade•7% |
| Automotive Starters | $6.38/ lb COMEX | $0.45/ lb | Mid Grade•7% |
| Automotive AC Compressors | $6.38/ lb COMEX | $0.30/ lb | Low Grade•5% |
| Light Ballasts & Power Supplies | $6.38/ lb COMEX | $0.23/ lb | Low Grade•4% |
| Copper Electric Motors | $6.38/ lb COMEX | $0.20/ lb | Low Grade•3% |
| Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) | $6.38/ lb COMEX | $0.18/ lb | Low Grade•3% |
📊 What determines the value of electric motors:
- Copper electric motors: The benchmark grade — 100% copper windings. Largest volume class at most yards. Priced by the pound with COMEX Copper as basis.
- Aluminum & dirty motors: Mixed or aluminum-wound motors with attached housings and debris — discounted vs. clean copper motors.
- Copper transformers: Larger, heavier copper coils — often bring a premium per pound vs. standard motors because of higher copper density.
- Aluminum & steel transformers: Aluminum-wound; priced at aluminum motor rates, significantly below copper transformers.
- Automotive alternators & starters: Priced as a separate motor category — payout per unit rather than per pound at some yards.
Map of scrap yards buying electric motors
The map below shows yards currently listing prices for electric motors. Select your state on the map or from the list to see current per-pound rates for all grades at local yards.