Lead Scrap Price Trends

over the last 30 days

In the last month in the Lead category: price is steady for 4 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $0.22 to $0.29.
May '25Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (LME)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~70.6% (-$0.63 / lb). Based on 4 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 48%–88%.
✓ All 4 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — Lead in New York

Local scrap yards in New York 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. Lead prices across the U.S. →

Current Lead Scrap Prices in New York by Grade

Here is the Lead data we have on file for New York. 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.

Soft Lead (Clean) Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$0.46 / lbRange: $0.42 – $0.50 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Range Lead U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.30 / lbRange: $0.20 – $0.40 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) Based on 2 yards
Avg. Price:$0.18 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.26 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Dirty & Scrap Lead U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.11 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.12 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Where to Sell Lead for Top Payouts in New York

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

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Updated 2/17/2026

Arrow Scrap Corporation

West Babylon, New York2 grades on price list
Lead
$0.50 / lb
Lead Wheel Weights
$0.10 / lb
Updated 2/17/2026

Gershow Recycling Corporation

Medford, New York2 grades on price list
Lead Clean
$0.42 / lb|🠅 $0.02 (5%)
Lead Wheel Weights
$0.26 / lb|🠅 $0.02 (8%)
Updated 10/10/2025

YS Catalytic Recycling

Town of Colonie, New York1 grade on price list
Wheel Weights
$0.12 / lb|🠇 $0.01 (8%)
Updated 5/25/2025

Jax Recyclers

Village of Lynbrook, New York1 grade on price list
Lead
$0.35 / lb
Updated 12/1/2022

Greenblott Metal Company Inc

City of Binghamton, New York1 grade on price list
Lead
$0.75 / lb

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Lead Price Chart & History

See how local yard buy prices track the exchange (LME). 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.

Lead Scrap Load Value 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 York.

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Lead Purity Analysis: Payout Percentage by Grade

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
Soft Lead (Clean) $0.89 LME$0.46
High Grade51%
Range Lead $0.89 LME$0.30
Mid Grade34%
Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) $0.89 LME$0.18
Low Grade20%
Dirty & Scrap Lead $0.89 LME$0.11
Low Grade12%

📊 What Determines Grade Value:

  • Metal Purity:Soft Lead (Clean) is nearly 99% pure, making it the highest value tier compared to hard lead alloys.
  • Attachment Weight:Wheel Weights (Hard Lead) often have steel clips attached; yards deduct for this iron contamination or pay a flat 'dirty' rate.
  • Processing Hazard: Lead requires specialized handling due to toxicity. Higher safety overhead at the yard can influence the 70.6% market spread.
  • Form & Cleanliness: Range Lead can be heavily contaminated with dirt, sand, and copper jacketing, requiring more refining time.
💡 Pro tip: If your lead has significant moisture or heavy sludge attached, expect the scale man to take a 'water weight' deduction. Dry your scrap before heading to the yard.