Copper Scrap Price Trends

over the last 6 months

In the last 6 months in the Copper category: price is up for 1 grade and price is steady for 4 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $2.66 to $3.77.
May '25Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (COMEX)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~37.1% (-$2.26 / lb). Based on 5 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 31%–47%.
✓ All 5 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — Copper in Michigan

Local scrap yards in Michigan sometimes post their prices with a short delay. To keep you informed of what your metal is worth right now, we use U.S. national averages as a reference. The secondary metals market responds to exchange moves in sync across the country — use this national benchmark when negotiating with local buyers. Copper prices across the U.S. →

Current Copper Scrap Prices in Michigan by Grade

Here is the Copper data we have on file for Michigan. Local yards don't always update their online prices daily — if your grade isn't listed, use the National Benchmark above as leverage when negotiating with local buyers.

#1 Copper Based on 3 yards
Avg. Price:$4.15 / lbRange: $3.80 – $4.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
View Details
#2 Copper Based on 3 yards
Avg. Price:$3.93 / lbRange: $3.65 – $4.20 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
View Details
+9.2% / 6 mo.
Copper Turnings U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$3.91 / lbRange: $3.65 – $4.17 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +9.2%
View Details
Bare Bright Copper Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$3.90 / lbRange: $3.80 – $4.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
View Details
Light Copper / Sheet Copper Based on 3 yards
Avg. Price:$3.25 / lbRange: $2.95 – $3.55 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
View Details

Where to Sell Copper for the Best Rates in Michigan

Live prices from local scrap yards in Michigan. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.

💼 Scrap yard owners: Post your buy prices and get more customers
By price
By date
Updated 5/2/2026

Benton Metal Recycling

Benton Harbor, Michigan3 grades on price list
Bare Bright
$3.75 / lb|🠅 $0.45 (14%)
#1 Copper
$3.55 / lb|🠅 $0.30 (9%)
#2 Copper
$3.35 / lb|🠅 $0.30 (10%)
Updated 4/22/2026

Resource Recovery Solutions

Pontiac, Michigan3 grades on price list
Copper #1
$4.50 / lb|🠅 $0.90 (25%)
Copper #2
$4.20 / lb|🠅 $0.90 (27%)
Copper #3
$2.50 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (11%)
Updated 2/17/2026

RJ Industrial Recycling

Genesee Charter Township, Michigan4 grades on price list
Bare Bright
$4.00 / lb|🠅 $0.60 (18%)
#1 Copper
$3.80 / lb|🠅 $0.60 (19%)
#2 Copper
$3.65 / lb|🠅 $0.60 (20%)
#3 Copper
$3.55 / lb|🠅 $0.60 (20%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Reid Metals Inc

Dafter Township, Michigan3 grades on price list
Copper #1
$3.30 / lb|🠅 $0.15 (5%)
Copper #2
$3.05 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (3%)
Copper #3
$2.95 / lb|🠅 $0.05 (2%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Sikora Metals

Detroit, Michigan2 grades on price list
#1 Copper
$4.00 / lb|🠅 $0.70 (21%)
#2 Copper
$3.80 / lb|🠅 $0.80 (27%)
Updated 2/17/2026

M 82 Recycling

Croton Township, Michigan1 grade on price list
#3 Sheet Copper
$1.00 / lb

Don't see your scrap yard in Michigan? List it for free.

Hundreds of sellers in your area search for current scrap prices every day. Post your buy prices and start getting calls.

🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶

Copper Price Chart & History

See how local yard buy prices track the exchange (COMEX). Use this chart to judge whether it's a good time to cash in now or wait for yards to catch up with the latest exchange move.

Copper Load Value & Payout Calculator

Selling a mixed load? Pick the grades below — a weight field appears after you select at least one grade, then the calculator estimates your haul's value from current average prices Michigan.

Select a metal above to estimate value

Copper Recovery: Understanding Purity & Payouts

Біржова ціна відображає чистий перероблений метал (99,9%+). У кожної марки лому різний рівень домішок і різна складність переробки. Чим вищий відсоток, тим цінніша марка і тим ближче виплата до спотової ціни.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
#1 Copper $6.09 COMEX$4.15
High Grade68%
#2 Copper $6.09 COMEX$3.93
High Grade64%
Copper Turnings $6.09 COMEX$3.91
High Grade64%
Bare Bright Copper $6.09 COMEX$3.90
High Grade64%
Light Copper / Sheet Copper $6.09 COMEX$3.25
Low Grade53%

📊 What Determines Copper Grade Value:

  • Copper Recovery Rate: The percentage of actual metal left after stripping insulation or removing contaminants (solder, paint, brass fittings).
  • Market Spread: The difference between the COMEX price and what local yards pay, currently averaging 37.1%.
  • Processing Time: Heavily insulated wires like Christmas Lights require more industrial processing, lowering their per-pound value.
  • Weight & Volume: Bulk industrial loads of MCM & Industrial Cable often command 'tier-one' pricing at the scale.
💡 Pro tip: Always check for 'hidden' weight like steel armor on Armored Cable (BX) which can lead to a price downgrade if not disclosed.