Copper Scrap Price Trends

over the last 30 days

In the last month in the Copper category: price is steady for 4 grades and price is down for 1 grade.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $2.69 to $4.34.
May '25Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (COMEX)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~33.0% (-$2.01 / lb). Based on 5 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 21%–56%.
✓ All 5 grades are within normal market range

Current Copper Scrap Prices in Pennsylvania by Grade

Copper values currently fluctuate between $1.80/lb and $5.10/lb depending on purity and insulation. Premium Bare Bright Copper fetches the highest market rates at $4.50 to $5.10/ lb, while common #1 Copper and #2 Copper are moving for $4.30 to $4.90/ lb and $4.10 to $4.70/ lb respectively. For those with wiring, Romex® Wire is currently priced around quotes vary by yard.

Bare Bright Copper Based on 4 yards
Avg. Price:$4.80 / lbRange: $4.50 – $5.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -0.5%
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#1 Copper Based on 4 yards
Avg. Price:$4.60 / lbRange: $4.30 – $4.90 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +0.5%
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#2 Copper Based on 4 yards
Avg. Price:$4.40 / lbRange: $4.10 – $4.70 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -1.9%
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Light Copper / Sheet Copper Based on 6 yards
Avg. Price:$3.88 / lbRange: $3.60 – $4.15 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -8.8%
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Copper Turnings Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$2.73 / lbRange: $1.80 – $3.65 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Where to Sell Copper for the Best Rates in Pennsylvania

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

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Brenner Recycling

Hazleton, Pennsylvania3 grades on price list
Bare Bright Copper Wire
$5.10 / lb|🠅 $0.20 (4%)
#1 Copper
$4.90 / lb|🠅 $0.15 (3%)
#2 Copper
$4.40 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (2%)
Updated yesterday

Sahd Metal Recycling

Columbia, Pennsylvania4 grades on price list
Bare brite
$4.60 / lb|🠇 $0.15 (3%)
#1 copper
$4.40 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (2%)
#2 copper
$4.15 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (2%)
Sheet copper
$3.70 / lb|🠅 $0.30 (9%)
Updated 4/30/2026

Weiner Iron & Metal Corp

North Manheim Township, Pennsylvania5 grades on price list
Bare Bright Copper
$4.50 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (6%)
#1 COPPER
$4.25 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (6%)
#2 COPPER
$4.00 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
SHEET COPPER (lite cu)
$3.75 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
COPPER TURNINGS
$3.65 / lb|🠅 $0.25 (7%)
Updated 4/25/2026

JFR Salvage Inc

Stroud Township, Pennsylvania3 grades on price list
#1 Copper
$4.90 / lb|🠅 $0.35 (8%)
#2 Copper
$4.70 / lb|🠅 $0.35 (8%)
LT Copper
$4.15 / lb|🠅 $0.15 (4%)
Updated 3/25/2026

SOS Metals Inc.

Mount Carmel Township, Pennsylvania3 grades on price list
BARE BRIGHT COPPER
$4.20 / lb|🠅 $0.20 (5%)
COPPER #1
$4.00 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (3%)
COPPER #2
$3.90 / lb|🠅 $0.10 (3%)
Updated 3/24/2026

Einfalt Recycling & Salvage

Stockertown, Pennsylvania5 grades on price list
BARE BRITE Copper
$4.50 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (2%)
#1 Copper
$4.30 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (2%)
#2 Copper
$4.10 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (2%)
SHEET/LIGHT Copper
$3.90 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (3%)
CU TURNINGS
$1.80 / lb|🠇 $0.45 (20%)

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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 Pennsylvania.

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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
Bare Bright Copper $6.09 COMEX$4.80
High Grade79%
#1 Copper $6.09 COMEX$4.60
High Grade76%
#2 Copper $6.09 COMEX$4.40
High Grade72%
Light Copper / Sheet Copper $6.09 COMEX$3.88
Mid Grade64%
Copper Turnings $6.09 COMEX$2.73
Low Grade45%

📊 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 33%.
  • 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.