ScrapToday’s #1 Copper Scrap Prices in Massachusetts
Check today’s scrap #1 Copper prices in Massachusetts and find the best offers from local scrap yards. Get the most money per pound for your #1 copper — compare local yard rates, track the market trend, and sell at the right time.
Average scrap price for #1 Copper
Scrap buy price in Massachusetts — $5.20 / lb (single yard offer in our database). Compare with prices across Ukraine below to estimate the real value of this scrap grade.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate (out of 6 tracked local buyers).
Where to sell #1 Copper in Massachusetts
Scrap yards in Massachusetts buying #1 Copper — 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.
Second Street Iron & Metal Co., Inc.
McConnell Enterprises, Inc.
Excel Recycling
Excel Recycling, LLC - Fall River Region
Solomon Metals Corporation
Sullivan Metals Co Inc
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🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶| Metal grade | Average price (per lb) |
|---|---|
| #1 Copper | $5.20 / lb |
| Bare Bright Copper | $5.33 / lb |
| #2 Copper | $5.05 / lb |
| Light Copper / Sheet Copper | $4.80 / lb |
| MCM & Industrial Cable | $4.31 / lb |
| Copper Turnings | $4.10 / lb |
| #1 Insulated Wire | $3.90 / lb |
| THHN Wire | $3.47 / lb |
| Romex® Wire | $3.00 / lb |
| Coax & Heliax Cable | $2.49 / lb |
| Telecom & Data Wire | $2.15 / lb |
| Wire Harnesses | $1.93 / lb |
| #2 Insulated Wire | $0.85 / lb |
| Armored Cable (BX) | $0.80 / lb |
| #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) | $0.70 / lb |
| Computer Wire | $0.40 / lb |
| Christmas Lights | $0.27 / lb |
Price trend: #1 Copper at local scrap yards
This chart shows the historical price trend for #1 Copper 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 #1 Copper
The table below shows the daily price history for #1 Copper 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.
| Date | Avg price (per lb) | Change | Range (Low/High) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5.20 / lb | +$0.10 | $5.20 – $5.20 | |
| 8/25/2026 | $5.10 / lb | +$0.55 | $5.10 – $5.10 |
| 5/5/2026 | $4.55 / lb | +$0.30 | $4.55 – $4.55 |
| 4/6/2026 | $4.25 / lb | −$0.10 | $4.25 – $4.25 |
| 3/4/2026 | $4.35 / lb | +$0.40 | $4.20 – $4.50 |
| 2/17/2026 | $3.95 / lb | +$0.15 | $3.90 – $4.00 |
| 12/19/2025 | $3.80 / lb | +$0.20 | $3.80 – $3.80 |
| 12/13/2025 | $3.60 / lb | +$0.10 | $3.60 – $3.60 |
| 9/19/2025 | $3.50 / lb | — no change | $3.50 – $3.50 |
| 8/29/2025 | $3.50 / lb | +$0.20 | $3.50 – $3.50 |
| 8/26/2025 | $3.30 / lb | +$0.05 | $3.30 – $3.30 |
| 8/22/2025 | $3.25 / lb | +$0.55 | $3.25 – $3.25 |
| 8/1/2025 | $2.70 / lb | −$0.75 | $2.70 – $2.70 |
| 6/13/2025 | $3.45 / lb | +$0.30 | $3.45 – $3.45 |
| 6/12/2025 | $3.15 / lb | +$0.10 | $3.15 – $3.15 |
| 5/20/2025 | $3.05 / lb | +$0.10 | $3.05 – $3.05 |
| 4/26/2025 | $2.95 / lb | −$0.30 | $2.95 – $2.95 |
| 4/22/2025 | $3.25 / lb | −$0.15 | $3.25 – $3.25 |
| 3/28/2025 | $3.40 / lb | +$0.25 | $3.40 – $3.40 |
| 2/18/2025 | $3.15 / lb | −$0.20 | $3.15 – $3.15 |
| 2/8/2025 | $3.35 / lb | +$0.35 | $3.35 – $3.35 |
| 1/26/2025 | $3.00 / lb | +$0.10 | $3.00 – $3.00 |
| 12/9/2024 | $2.90 / lb | −$0.40 | $2.90 – $2.90 |
| 11/7/2024 | $3.30 / lb | −$0.20 | $3.30 – $3.30 |
| 11/6/2024 | $3.50 / lb | +$0.50 | $3.50 – $3.50 |
| 10/4/2024 | $3.00 / lb | −$0.25 | $3.00 – $3.00 |
| 9/8/2024 | $3.25 / lb | −$0.15 | $3.25 – $3.25 |
| 7/23/2024 | $3.40 / lb | −$0.30 | $3.40 – $3.40 |
| 7/12/2024 | $3.70 / lb | +$0.45 | $3.70 – $3.70 |
| 6/27/2024 | $3.25 / lb | −$0.25 | $3.25 – $3.25 |
| 6/25/2024 | $3.50 / lb | −$0.10 | $3.50 – $3.50 |
| 6/19/2024 | $3.60 / lb | −$0.15 | $3.60 – $3.60 |
| 6/1/2024 | $3.75 / lb | −$0.35 | $3.75 – $3.75 |
| 5/28/2024 | $4.10 / lb | +$0.75 | $4.10 – $4.10 |
| 5/25/2024 | $3.35 / lb | −$0.25 | $3.35 – $3.35 |
| 5/18/2024 | $3.60 / lb | +$0.35 | $3.60 – $3.60 |
| 4/13/2024 | $3.25 / lb | +$0.25 | $3.25 – $3.25 |
| 3/1/2024 | $3.00 / lb | +$0.05 | $3.00 – $3.00 |
| 6/10/2023 | $2.95 / lb | −$0.35 | $2.95 – $2.95 |
| 2/1/2023 | $3.30 / lb | +$0.70 | $3.30 – $3.30 |
| 10/6/2022 | $2.60 / lb | −$0.55 | $2.60 – $2.60 |
| 7/1/2022 | $3.15 / lb | −$0.35 | $3.15 – $3.15 |
| 1/24/2022 | $3.50 / lb | +$0.20 | $3.50 – $3.50 |
| 10/23/2021 | $3.30 / lb | −$0.10 | $3.30 – $3.30 |
| 7/28/2021 | $3.40 / lb | +$0.15 | $3.40 – $3.40 |
| 4/12/2021 | $3.25 / lb | +$0.55 | $3.25 – $3.25 |
| 1/15/2021 | $2.70 / lb | +$0.40 | $2.70 – $2.70 |
| 9/29/2020 | $2.30 / lb | +$0.30 | $2.30 – $2.30 |
| 12/23/2019 | $2.00 / lb | — no change | $2.00 – $2.00 |
| 11/22/2019 | $2.00 / lb | −$0.05 | $2.00 – $2.00 |
| 10/24/2019 | $2.05 / lb | −$0.30 | $2.05 – $2.05 |
| 8/10/2019 | $2.35 / lb | +$0.20 | $2.35 – $2.35 |
| 2/7/2019 | $2.15 / lb | −$0.10 | $2.15 – $2.15 |
| 12/8/2018 | $2.25 / lb | −$0.05 | $2.25 – $2.25 |
| 6/6/2018 | $2.30 / lb | — no change | $2.30 – $2.30 |
| 1/23/2018 | $2.30 / lb | +$0.15 | $2.30 – $2.30 |
| 7/12/2017 | $2.15 / lb | +$0.45 | $2.15 – $2.15 |
| 10/7/2016 | $1.70 / lb | +$0.10 | $1.70 – $1.70 |
| 12/1/2015 | $1.60 / lb | −$0.15 | $1.60 – $1.60 |
| 10/31/2015 | $1.75 / lb | −$0.05 | $1.75 – $1.75 |
| 9/7/2015 | $1.80 / lb | −$0.10 | $1.80 – $1.80 |
| 7/15/2015 | $1.90 / lb | −$0.20 | $1.90 – $1.90 |
| 6/14/2015 | $2.10 / lb | +$0.20 | $2.10 – $2.10 |
Map of scrap yards buying #1 Copper
The map below shows locations currently listing prices for #1 Copper. Select your state on the map or from the list to see current per-pound rates from local yards near you.