Average scrap price for Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck)

Market baseline. Local prices last verified on 10/2/2026.
$0.12/ lb−$0.01 (8.3%)
Use this as a baseline for negotiations. Always call local yards to confirm their rate for your load size.GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.12
Lowest price ⓘ$0.10
Highest price$0.12Who pays the most? ⟶

National high for this grade: $0.23 / lb.

How to read scrap yard offers Georgia

The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.

  • Low (around $0.10): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.12): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($0.12+): 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 $0.08 to $0.12.
Oct '25Jan '26Apr '26Jul '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.

Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) price reference for Georgia

Scrap yards in Georgia don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($0.18 / lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) prices across the U.S. →

Where to sell Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) in Georgia

These are scrap yards in Georgia that recently updated Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) prices in our database. Call them to lock in a quote. If your city isn't listed, use the National Index above as a bargaining reference with your nearest buyer.

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Updated 11 days ago

CMC Recycling

Listed as: Lead Batteries - Automotive
590 Old Hull Rd, Athens, GA 30601 Plan route
$0.10/ lb
Updated 49 days ago

CMC Recycling

Listed as: Lead Batteries - Automotive
1890 Old Savannah Rd, Augusta, GA 30901 Plan route
$0.12/ lb

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Compare Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) prices with other Batteries grades

See the exact price difference between Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) and similar grades like Small Lead Acid Batteries or Scrap Lead Acid Batteries. Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck)
Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.12 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Small Lead Acid Batteries Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.25 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Scrap Lead Acid Batteries Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.19 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -1.6%
Price analytics
Steel Case Forklift Batteries Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.11 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: -26.2%
Price analytics

Price trend: Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) 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 Batteries (Car & Truck)

The table below shows the daily price history for Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) 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)
$0.11 / lb−$0.01$0.10 – $0.10
8/25/2026 $0.12 / lb+$0.02$0.12 – $0.12
2/17/2026 $0.10 / lb+$0.02$0.10 – $0.10
12/30/2025 $0.08 / lb−$0.02$0.08 – $0.08
8/27/2025 $0.10 / lb+$0.02$0.10 – $0.10
3/28/2025 $0.08 / lb— no change$0.08 – $0.08
3/2/2024 $0.08 / lb−$0.04$0.08 – $0.08
7/6/2022 $0.12 / lb+$0.08$0.12 – $0.12
5/20/2022 $0.04 / lb−$0.01$0.04 – $0.04
1/29/2022 $0.05 / lb−$0.05$0.05 – $0.05
8/3/2021 $0.10 / lb−$0.02$0.10 – $0.10