Average scrap price for 304 Stainless Steel

180-day market: price lists from 1 yard. As of 9/5/2026.
$0.30/ lb−$0.20 (40%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.30
Lowest price ⓘ$0.30
Highest price$0.30Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers West Virginia

Scrap buy price in West Virginia — $0.30 / 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 $0.30 to $0.40.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate in this area.

Where to sell 304 Stainless Steel in West Virginia

Scrap yards in West Virginia buying 304 Stainless Steel — 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.

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Atlas Metal Recycling

Listed as: 304 Stainless Steel
5095 US-60, Ceredo, WV 25507 Plan route
$0.30/ lb

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Compare 304 Stainless Steel prices with other Stainless Steel grades

See the exact price difference between 304 Stainless Steel and similar grades like 316 Stainless Steel or 300 Series Stainless Steel. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price 304 Stainless Steel
304 Stainless Steel Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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316 Stainless Steel Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.50 / lb
Mix it with 304 Stainless Steel?They'll pay $0.30 / lb for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$0.20 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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300 Series Stainless Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.48 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -5.6%
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Price trend: 304 Stainless Steel at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for 304 Stainless Steel 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 304 Stainless Steel

The table below shows the daily price history for 304 Stainless Steel 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)
$0.30 / lb−$0.20$0.30 – $0.30
9/4/2026 $0.50 / lb+$0.20$0.50 – $0.50
4/13/2026 $0.30 / lb— no change$0.30 – $0.30
2/17/2026 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
10/6/2025 $0.25 / lb−$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
5/20/2025 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
10/14/2024 $0.25 / lb−$0.10$0.25 – $0.25
7/21/2024 $0.35 / lb+$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
4/12/2024 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
12/11/2023 $0.25 / lb−$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
5/30/2023 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
2/2/2023 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
10/6/2022 $0.20 / lb−$0.30$0.20 – $0.20
5/24/2022 $0.50 / lb+$0.10$0.50 – $0.50
7/29/2021 $0.40 / lb+$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
4/10/2021 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
10/25/2020 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
8/5/2020 $0.20 / lb−$0.05$0.20 – $0.20