Average scrap price for Bare Bright Copper

Market baseline. Local prices last verified on 8/28/2026.
$4.96/ lb−$0.17 (3.3%)
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: $4.96
Lowest price ⓘ$4.60
Highest price$5.35Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Los Angeles, California

The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.

  • Low (around $4.60): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($4.96): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($5.35+): 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 $4.18 to $5.35.
Oct '25Jan '26Apr '26Jul '26Today
Market snapshot
High volatility. Prices have been swinging over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.

Bare Bright Copper price reference for Los Angeles (California)

Scrap yards in Los Angeles (California) don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($4.94 / lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. Bare Bright Copper prices across the U.S. →

Where to sell Bare Bright Copper in Los Angeles

These are scrap yards in Los Angeles (California) that recently updated Bare Bright 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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Updated 46 days ago

TM Scrap Metals Inc.

Listed as: Bright & Shiny Copper Wire
11092 Tuxford St, Sun Valley, CA 91352 Plan route
$5.35/ lb
Updated 129 days ago

Greener Recycling

Listed as: Bare Bright Copper Wire
20749 Prairie St, Chatsworth, CA 91311 Plan route
$4.60/ lb

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Compare Bare Bright Copper prices with other Copper grades

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

Current price Bare Bright Copper
Bare Bright Copper Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$4.96 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
#1 Copper Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$4.78 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Light Copper / Sheet Copper Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$4.63 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -5.5%
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#2 Copper Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$4.58 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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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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Copper Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$4.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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#1 Insulated Wire Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$3.33 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Romex® Wire Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$2.58 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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#2 Insulated Wire Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$2.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Coax & Heliax Cable Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.49 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +3.9%
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Wire Harnesses Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.94 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +5.4%
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Telecom & Data Wire Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$1.60 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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THHN Wire Estimated prices in California
Avg price:$1.35 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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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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#3 Insulated Wire (Low Grade) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.70 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -26.4%
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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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Price trend: Bare Bright Copper at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Bare Bright 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 Bare Bright Copper

The table below shows the daily price history for Bare Bright 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)
$4.98 / lb−$0.17$5.35 – $5.35
8/25/2026 $5.15 / lb+$0.55$5.15 – $5.15
6/6/2026 $4.60 / lb−$0.70$4.60 – $4.60
6/4/2026 $5.30 / lb+$0.35$5.30 – $5.30
4/25/2026 $4.95 / lb+$0.30$4.95 – $4.95
3/22/2026 $4.65 / lb+$0.17$4.65 – $4.65
2/17/2026 $4.48 / lb+$0.08$4.35 – $4.60
10/27/2025 $4.40 / lb+$0.45$4.40 – $4.40
10/24/2025 $3.95 / lb−$0.25$3.95 – $3.95
10/6/2025 $4.20 / lb+$0.45$4.20 – $4.20
8/29/2025 $3.75 / lb−$0.25$3.75 – $3.75
8/26/2025 $4.00 / lb+$0.30$4.00 – $4.00
1/17/2025 $3.70 / lb−$0.10$3.70 – $3.70
7/21/2024 $3.80 / lb−$0.30$3.80 – $3.80
6/16/2024 $4.10 / lb+$0.50$4.10 – $4.10
4/20/2024 $3.60 / lb+$0.20$3.60 – $3.60
9/30/2023 $3.40 / lb+$0.05$3.40 – $3.40
4/1/2023 $3.35 / lb−$0.15$3.35 – $3.35
3/21/2023 $3.50 / lb+$0.10$3.50 – $3.50
12/12/2022 $3.40 / lb+$0.20$3.40 – $3.40
12/6/2022 $3.20 / lb+$0.30$3.20 – $3.20
11/27/2022 $2.90 / lb— no change$2.90 – $2.90
9/29/2022 $2.90 / lb−$0.10$2.90 – $2.90
9/22/2022 $3.00 / lb−$0.85$3.00 – $3.00
5/25/2022 $3.85 / lb+$0.05$3.85 – $3.85
5/21/2022 $3.80 / lb−$0.20$3.80 – $3.80
12/9/2021 $4.00 / lb+$0.45$4.00 – $4.00
9/19/2021 $3.55 / lb−$0.20$3.55 – $3.55
6/21/2021 $3.75 / lb+$1.15$3.75 – $3.75
4/17/2021 $2.60 / lb−$0.90$2.60 – $2.60
3/4/2021 $3.50 / lb+$0.35$3.50 – $3.50
1/24/2021 $3.15 / lb+$0.15$3.15 – $3.15
12/4/2020 $3.00 / lb+$0.30$3.00 – $3.00
10/23/2020 $2.70 / lb+$0.15$2.70 – $2.70
8/15/2020 $2.55 / lb+$0.35$2.55 – $2.55
12/6/2019 $2.20 / lb−$0.05$2.20 – $2.20
8/23/2019 $2.25 / lb−$0.40$2.25 – $2.25
4/4/2019 $2.65 / lb— no change$2.65 – $2.65
3/2/2019 $2.65 / lb+$0.65$2.65 – $2.65
11/10/2016 $2.00 / lb+$0.15$2.00 – $2.00
9/29/2016 $1.85 / lb−$0.10$1.85 – $1.85
7/28/2016 $1.95 / lb+$0.05$1.95 – $1.95
5/5/2016 $1.90 / lb−$0.10$1.90 – $1.90
4/4/2016 $2.00 / lb+$0.15$2.00 – $2.00