SchrottToday’s Copper Scrap Prices in New Jersey
Real-time market analysis for Copper scrap prices in New Jersey. Track the latest fluctuations against the COMEX exchange, calculate your load's worth, and identify the highest-paying scrap yards in New Jersey for every grade from Bare Bright to insulated wire.
Copper Scrap Price Trends
over the last 90 daysIn the last 3 months in the Copper category: price is up for 2 grades and price is steady for 3 grades.
Current Copper Scrap Prices in New Jersey by Grade
Copper values currently fluctuate between $3.95/lb and $5.15/lb depending on purity and insulation. Premium Bare Bright Copper fetches the highest market rates at $4.70 to $5.15/ lb, while common #1 Copper and #2 Copper are moving for $4.65 to $4.85/ lb and $4.40 to $4.65/ lb respectively. For those with wiring, Romex® Wire is currently priced around quotes vary by yard.
Where to Sell Copper for the Best Rates in New Jersey
Live prices from local scrap yards in New Jersey. Compare offers and find the buyer paying the most.
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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 New Jersey.
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.
| Grade | Exchange (100%) | Yard Price (per lb) | Grade Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bare Bright Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.93 | High Grade•81% |
| #1 Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.75 | High Grade•78% |
| #2 Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.53 | Mid Grade•74% |
| Light Copper / Sheet Copper | $6.09 COMEX | $4.27 | Low Grade•70% |
| Copper Turnings | $6.09 COMEX | $4.17 | Low Grade•69% |
📊 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 25.6%.
- 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.
Copper scrap prices in New Jersey on the map
The map shows cities in New Jersey with Copper scrap prices. Click a marker or pick a city in the list below to see Copper prices in that location.