Average scrap price for Automotive AC Compressors

180-day market: price lists from 3 yards. As of 9/7/2026.
$0.37/ lb−$0.03 (7.5%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.37
Lowest price ⓘ$0.35
Highest price$0.40Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read a yard's offer
  • Low (around $0.35): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.37): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($0.40+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $0.20 to $0.40.
Oct '25Jan '26Apr '26Jul '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 3 live board rates (out of 5 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Automotive AC Compressors in the US

Scrap yards in the US buying Automotive AC Compressors — with current per-pound rates listed. Prices shown are indicative; actual payouts may vary by lot size, date, and material condition. Call ahead to confirm today’s price and minimum quantity. For large lots, ask about specialty or volume pricing.

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Updated 36 days ago

Wichita Material Recovery - WMR - 303-9303

Listed as: Compressor (AC)
624 E Morris St, Wichita, KS 67211 Plan route
$0.35/ lb
Updated 153 days ago

Stuff Recycling

Listed as: Auto Compressor
6169 Lexington Rd, Winchester, KY 40391 Plan route
$0.35/ lb
Updated 238 days ago

Scrap X

Listed as: Car Compressors
3177 NW 26th St, Miami, FL 33142 Plan route
$0.25/ lb
Updated 238 days ago

USA Scrap Metal & Recycling

Listed as: Car Compressors
3147 NW N River Dr, Miami, FL 33142 Plan route
$0.25/ lb
Updated 238 days ago

Arrow Scrap Corporation

Listed as: Auto Compressor
83 Kean St, West Babylon, NY 11704 Plan route
$0.20/ lb

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Compare Automotive AC Compressors prices with other Electric Motors grades

See the exact price difference between Automotive AC Compressors and similar grades like Automotive Alternators or Automotive Starters. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price Automotive AC Compressors
Automotive AC Compressors Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.37 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Automotive Alternators Based on 7 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.51 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -1.0%
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Automotive Starters Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.45 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: -1.9%
Price analytics
Copper Electric Motors Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.33 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -5.8%
Price analytics
Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) Based on 10 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +1.4%
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Copper Transformers Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.28 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Scrap Engines & Transmissions Based on 4 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.13 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +54.8%
Price analytics
Aluminum & Dirty Motors Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.10 / lb
Trend for 90 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Light Ballasts & Power Supplies Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.08 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: Automotive AC Compressors at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Automotive AC Compressors at local scrap yards only — no exchange overlay for this material. When the line trends up, yards are raising prices and it may be worth waiting a few days. When it turns down, sell quickly before yards lower their offers.

Daily price history for Automotive AC Compressors

The table below shows the daily price history for Automotive AC Compressors at local scrap yards. For each day we display the average payout, the change from the previous day, and the full market range (low and high). This lets you spot the direction of the market over recent days — whether prices are climbing, falling, or holding steady. Review several consecutive days of data before making a trip, and always confirm today’s rate directly with the yards listed on this page.

DateAvg price (per lb)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$0.37 / lb−$0.03$0.35 – $0.35
8/28/2026 $0.40 / lb+$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
8/25/2026 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
5/15/2026 $0.25 / lb−$0.10$0.25 – $0.25
5/13/2026 $0.35 / lb+$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
4/15/2026 $0.30 / lb−$0.02$0.30 – $0.30
4/7/2026 $0.32 / lb+$0.06$0.32 – $0.32
3/25/2026 $0.26 / lb+$0.01$0.26 – $0.26
2/25/2026 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
2/17/2026 $0.20 / lb— no change$0.20 – $0.20
9/29/2025 $0.20 / lb−$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
9/3/2025 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
8/24/2025 $0.20 / lb+$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
8/1/2025 $0.15 / lb+$0.05$0.15 – $0.15
7/31/2025 $0.10 / lb−$0.10$0.10 – $0.10
7/20/2025 $0.20 / lb+$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
6/3/2025 $0.15 / lb−$0.05$0.15 – $0.15
3/18/2025 $0.20 / lb+$0.10$0.20 – $0.20
7/24/2024 $0.10 / lb−$0.10$0.10 – $0.10
7/13/2024 $0.20 / lb+$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
6/9/2024 $0.15 / lb−$0.05$0.15 – $0.15
5/26/2024 $0.20 / lb+$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
3/13/2023 $0.15 / lb+$0.03$0.15 – $0.15
1/23/2023 $0.12 / lb— no change$0.12 – $0.12
9/11/2019 $0.12 / lb−$0.02$0.12 – $0.12