Average scrap price for #2 Copper

Market baseline. Local prices last verified on 9/14/2026.
$5.09/ lb−$0.20 (4.1%)
Use this as a baseline for negotiations. Always call local yards to confirm their rate for your load size.GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $5.09
Lowest price ⓘ$4.70
Highest price$4.70Who pays the most? ⟶

National high for this grade: $5.38 / lb.

How to read scrap yard offers Wichita, Kansas

Scrap buy price in Wichita, Kansas — $4.70 / lb (single yard offer in our database). Compare with prices across Ukraine below to estimate the real value of this scrap grade.

52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $3.85 to $5.00.
Sep '25Dec '25Mar '26Jun '26Today
Market snapshot
Downward trend. Prices have been falling over the past month.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate in this area.

#2 Copper price reference for Wichita (Kansas)

Scrap yards in Wichita (Kansas) don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($5.17 / lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. #2 Copper prices across the U.S. →

Where to sell #2 Copper in Wichita

These are scrap yards in Wichita (Kansas) that recently updated #2 Copper prices in our database. Call them to lock in a quote. If your city isn't listed, use the National Index above as a bargaining reference with your nearest buyer.

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Wichita Material Recovery - WMR - 303-9303

Listed as: Copper #2
624 E Morris St, Wichita, KS 67211 Plan route
$4.70/ lb

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Compare #2 Copper prices with other Copper grades

See the exact price difference between #2 Copper and similar grades like Bare Bright Copper or #1 Copper. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price #2 Copper
#2 Copper Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$5.09 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Bare Bright Copper Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$5.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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#1 Copper Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$4.95 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +1.0%
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Light Copper / Sheet Copper Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$4.90 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +6.8%
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Copper Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$4.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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MCM & Industrial Cable Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$4.04 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +9.3%
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THHN Wire Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$3.65 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +10.0%
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#1 Insulated Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.59 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +3.6%
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Romex® Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +8.5%
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Coax & Heliax Cable Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.49 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +7.7%
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Wire Harnesses Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.93 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +20.8%
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#2 Insulated Wire Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$1.88 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Telecom & Data Wire Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$1.40 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -9.4%
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Armored Cable (BX) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.74 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +9.6%
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#3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.61 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +4.5%
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Computer Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.40 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Christmas Lights Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.23 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: #2 Copper at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for #2 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 #2 Copper

The table below shows the daily price history for #2 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.

DateAvg price (per lb)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$4.70 / lb−$0.20$4.70 – $4.70
9/7/2026 $4.90 / lb+$0.10$4.90 – $4.90
8/25/2026 $4.80 / lb−$0.10$4.80 – $4.80
5/15/2026 $4.90 / lb−$0.20$4.90 – $4.90
5/12/2026 $5.10 / lb+$0.50$5.10 – $5.10
4/30/2026 $4.60 / lb−$0.20$4.60 – $4.60
4/25/2026 $4.80 / lb−$0.10$4.80 – $4.80
4/15/2026 $4.90 / lb+$0.25$4.90 – $4.90
4/10/2026 $4.65 / lb+$0.15$4.65 – $4.65
4/7/2026 $4.50 / lb+$0.25$4.50 – $4.50
3/25/2026 $4.25 / lb+$0.40$4.25 – $4.25
3/22/2026 $3.85 / lb−$0.50$3.85 – $3.85
3/13/2026 $4.35 / lb−$0.20$4.35 – $4.35
3/12/2026 $4.55 / lb+$0.15$4.55 – $4.55
3/3/2026 $4.40 / lb−$0.20$4.40 – $4.40
2/25/2026 $4.60 / lb+$0.10$4.60 – $4.60
2/17/2026 $4.50 / lb+$0.40$4.50 – $4.50
2/2/2026 $4.10 / lb−$0.10$4.10 – $4.10
1/17/2026 $4.20 / lb−$0.20$4.20 – $4.20
1/16/2026 $4.40 / lb−$0.10$4.40 – $4.40
1/14/2026 $4.50 / lb+$0.30$4.50 – $4.50
1/8/2026 $4.20 / lb−$0.20$4.20 – $4.20
1/7/2026 $4.40 / lb+$0.35$4.40 – $4.40
1/4/2026 $4.05 / lb−$0.15$4.05 – $4.05
1/3/2026 $4.20 / lb+$0.05$4.20 – $4.20
12/19/2025 $4.15 / lb+$0.25$4.15 – $4.15
11/5/2025 $3.90 / lb−$0.20$3.90 – $3.90
10/29/2025 $4.10 / lb+$0.25$4.10 – $4.10
10/11/2025 $3.85 / lb−$0.30$3.85 – $3.85
10/10/2025 $4.15 / lb+$0.10$4.15 – $4.15
10/8/2025 $4.05 / lb+$0.20$4.05 – $4.05
9/29/2025 $3.85 / lb+$0.25$3.85 – $3.85
8/23/2025 $3.60 / lb+$0.20$3.60 – $3.60
8/5/2025 $3.40 / lb+$0.50$3.40 – $3.40
8/1/2025 $2.90 / lb+$0.30$2.90 – $2.90
7/31/2025 $2.60 / lb−$1.10$2.60 – $2.60
7/20/2025 $3.70 / lb+$0.10$3.70 – $3.70
6/25/2025 $3.60 / lb+$0.05$3.60 – $3.60
6/3/2025 $3.55 / lb+$0.15$3.55 – $3.55
5/28/2025 $3.40 / lb−$0.15$3.40 – $3.40
3/18/2025 $3.55 / lb+$0.55$3.55 – $3.55
1/1/2025 $3.00 / lb−$0.30$3.00 – $3.00
12/13/2024 $3.30 / lb+$0.20$3.30 – $3.30
7/27/2024 $3.10 / lb−$0.10$3.10 – $3.10
7/24/2024 $3.20 / lb−$0.30$3.20 – $3.20
7/18/2024 $3.50 / lb−$0.30$3.50 – $3.50
7/13/2024 $3.80 / lb+$0.10$3.80 – $3.80
7/10/2024 $3.70 / lb+$0.40$3.70 – $3.70
6/26/2024 $3.30 / lb−$0.12$3.30 – $3.30
6/25/2024 $3.42 / lb−$0.10$3.42 – $3.42
6/22/2024 $3.52 / lb+$0.37$3.52 – $3.52
6/9/2024 $3.15 / lb−$0.25$3.15 – $3.15
5/31/2024 $3.40 / lb−$0.50$3.40 – $3.40
5/26/2024 $3.90 / lb+$1.40$3.90 – $3.90
4/2/2015 $2.50 / lb−$0.20$2.50 – $2.50
11/4/2014 $2.70 / lb−$0.40$2.70 – $2.70
10/27/2013 $3.10 / lb−$0.10$3.10 – $3.10
9/11/2012 $3.20 / lb+$0.59$3.20 – $3.20