Price trends for e-scrap and compressors by grade

over the last 6 months

In the last 6 months in the E-Scrap & Compressors category: price is up for 4 grades, price is steady for 3 grades, and price is down for 2 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $0.20 to $0.30.
Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26May '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (COMEX)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~94.4% (-$5.14/ lb). Based on 9 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 92%–99%.
✓ All 9 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — E-Scrap & Compressors in Ohio

Local scrap yards in Ohio 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. E-Scrap & Compressors prices across the U.S. →

E-Scrap & Compressors scrap prices by grade in Ohio

Here is the E-Scrap & Compressors data we have on file for Ohio. 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.

Automotive Starters U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.50/ lbRange: $0.45 – $0.55/ lb
Trend for 90 days: -3.3%
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+11.1% / 6 mo.
Copper Transformers U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.50/ lbRange: $0.45 – $0.55/ lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +11.1%
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+7.2% / 30 days
Automotive Alternators U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.47/ lbRange: $0.38 – $0.55/ lb
Trend for 30 days: +7.2%
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+10.0% / 30 days
Copper Electric Motors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.38/ lbRange: $0.30 – $0.45/ lb
Trend for 30 days: +10.0%
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Avg. Price:$0.32/ lbRange: $0.28 – $0.35/ lb
Trend for 90 days: -10.8%
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+15.4% / 6 mo.
Automotive AC Compressors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.30/ lbRange: $0.25 – $0.35/ lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +15.4%
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Aluminum & Dirty Motors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.10/ lbRange: $0.10 – $0.10/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Avg. Price:$0.10/ lbRange: $0.10 – $0.10/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Light Ballasts & Power Supplies U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.08/ lbRange: $0.08 – $0.08/ lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Scrap yards paying the most for e-scrap and compressors in Ohio

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

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Updated 3/26/2026

Livingston & Co., Inc.

Portsmouth, Ohio1 grade on price list
MOTOR CAST
$0.10/ lb|🠇 $0.02 (17%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Columbus Metal Recycling

Columbus, Ohio4 grades on price list
Electric Motors
$0.35/ lb|🠅 $0.10 (40%)
Sealed Units
$0.25/ lb|🠅 $0.10 (67%)
Alternators/Starters
$0.35/ lb|🠅 $0.05 (17%)
Copper Transformers
$0.55/ lb|🠅 $0.15 (38%)
Updated 2/11/2026

1 Shot Recycling

Bradford, Ohio2 grades on price list
ELECTRIC MOTORS
$0.16/ lb|🠅 $0.04 (33%)
SEAED UNITS
$0.14/ lb
Updated 11/3/2025

Speedie Recycling

Dover, Ohio5 grades on price list
Big Electric Motors
$0.33/ lb|🠅 $0.13 (65%)
Sealed Units
$0.30/ lb|🠇 $0.12 (29%)
Alternators
$0.73/ lb
Truck Starters
$0.54/ lb|🠇 $0.04 (7%)
Transformers
$0.20/ lb

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Price chart: e-scrap and compressors grades and COMEX Copper exchange data

The chart shows average yard buyout rates and COMEX Copper exchange data for your selected e-scrap and compressors grade. When the exchange moves up and local yard prices lag, they typically follow within a few trading days — a signal to hold if you can. When both lines drop, sell now before yards update their offers downward. Switch grades using the selector above the chart.

Calculate the value of your e-scrap and compressors lot

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 Ohio.

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Compare e-scrap and compressors grades and their value

Compressor and motor copper content tracks COMEX Copper. E-scrap (circuit boards, CPUs) has a separate precious-metal-based valuation. Identifying your material correctly before selling is the single most effective step to maximize your payout.

GradeExchange (100%)Yard Price (per lb)Grade Quality
Automotive Starters $6.58/ lb COMEX$0.50/ lb
High Grade8%
Copper Transformers $6.58/ lb COMEX$0.50/ lb
High Grade8%
Automotive Alternators $6.58/ lb COMEX$0.47/ lb
High Grade7%
Aluminum & Dirty Motors $1.47/ lb LME$0.10/ lb
High Grade7%
Scrap Engines & Transmissions $1.47/ lb LME$0.10/ lb
High Grade7%
Copper Electric Motors $6.58/ lb COMEX$0.38/ lb
High Grade6%
Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) $6.58/ lb COMEX$0.32/ lb
Mid Grade5%
Automotive AC Compressors $6.58/ lb COMEX$0.30/ lb
Mid Grade5%
Light Ballasts & Power Supplies $6.58/ lb COMEX$0.08/ lb
Low Grade1%

📊 What determines the value of e-scrap and compressors:

  • Sealed unit compressors (appliance): Refrigerator and AC compressors — priced on their copper winding content. AC compressors pay more than refrigerator units.
  • Automotive AC compressors: Separate grade; aluminum housing means lower copper yield but still a solid per-unit price at most yards.
  • E-scrap boards: Circuit boards contain gold, silver, and palladium. Require specialty e-recyclers — general scrap yards may not pay the full precious-metal value.
  • Power supplies & light ballasts: Contain copper transformers and aluminum. Priced as a mixed lot; separate if copper transformers are intact.
💡 Tip: Don't mix PC boards with motors or compressors — e-scrap with precious metals needs a separate e-recycler for the best return.