Average scrap price for #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)

Market baseline. Local prices last verified on 6/22/2026.
$1.00/ lb−$0.15 (11.5%)
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: $1.00
Lowest price ⓘ$1.00
Highest price$1.30Who pays the most? ⟶
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The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.

  • Low (around $1.00): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($1.00): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($1.30+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $0.70 to $1.30.
Oct '25Jan '26Apr '26Jul '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.

#3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) price reference for Maryland

Scrap yards in Maryland don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($0.70 / lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) prices across the U.S. →

Where to sell #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) in Maryland

These are scrap yards in Maryland that recently updated #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) 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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Updated 113 days ago

Double M Recycling

Listed as: Insulated Copper Wire (-50%)
406 Swanton Rd, Swanton, MD 21561 Plan route
$1.00/ lb
Updated 136 days ago

Conservit, Inc.

Listed as: Low Grade
18656 Leslie Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Plan route
$1.30/ lb

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Compare #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) prices with other Insulated Copper Wire grades

See the exact price difference between #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) and similar grades like THHN Wire or #1 Insulated Wire. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)
#3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$1.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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THHN Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$3.66 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $1.00 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$2.66 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -10.0%
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#1 Insulated Wire Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$3.00 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $1.00 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$2.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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#2 Insulated Wire Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$2.88 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $1.00 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$1.88 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +27.8%
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Romex® Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.88 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $1.00 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$1.88 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -11.8%
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Coax & Heliax Cable Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.49 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $1.00 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$1.49 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +3.9%
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Wire Harnesses Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.94 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $1.00 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$0.94 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +5.4%
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Telecom & Data Wire Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.60 / lb
Mix it with #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)?They'll pay $1.00 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$0.60 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +3.2%
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MCM & Industrial Cable Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$4.31 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -4.2%
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Armored Cable (BX) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.79 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +2.1%
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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:$0.27 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +20.0%
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Daily price history for #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade)

The table below shows the daily price history for #3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) 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)
$1.15 / lb−$0.15$1.00 – $1.00
5/30/2026 $1.30 / lb+$0.40$1.30 – $1.30
4/20/2026 $0.90 / lb−$0.08$0.90 – $0.90
2/17/2026 $0.98 / lb+$0.08$0.80 – $1.15
12/12/2025 $0.90 / lb+$0.20$0.90 – $0.90
10/30/2025 $0.70 / lb+$0.20$0.70 – $0.70
10/4/2025 $0.50 / lb+$0.20$0.50 – $0.50
9/8/2025 $0.30 / lb−$0.50$0.30 – $0.30
8/16/2025 $0.80 / lb+$0.45$0.80 – $0.80
4/30/2025 $0.35 / lb−$0.35$0.35 – $0.35
2/14/2025 $0.70 / lb+$0.35$0.70 – $0.70
1/19/2025 $0.35 / lb−$0.25$0.35 – $0.35
9/19/2024 $0.60 / lb+$0.15$0.60 – $0.60
9/14/2024 $0.45 / lb−$0.05$0.45 – $0.45
6/24/2024 $0.50 / lb+$0.10$0.50 – $0.50
9/28/2023 $0.40 / lb−$0.25$0.40 – $0.40
4/1/2023 $0.65 / lb+$0.15$0.65 – $0.65