Electric Motors Scrap Price Trends

over the last 30 days

In the last month in the Electric Motors category: price is up for 1 grade and price is steady for 9 grades.

How Have Prices Moved Over the Last 52 Weeks?
Over the past year, the category average ranged from $0.14 to $0.19.
May '25Aug '25Nov '25Feb '26Today
How Yard Prices Track the Exchange (COMEX)
Average discount to the exchange for this category: ~95.5% (-$4.39 / lb). Based on 10 grades with exchange data. Normal range for this category: 85%–98%.
✓ All 10 grades are within normal market range

U.S. National Price Benchmark — Electric Motors in Michigan

Local scrap yards in Michigan 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. Electric Motors prices across the U.S. →

Live Electric Motors Scrap Prices in Michigan

Here is the Electric Motors data we have on file for Michigan. 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 Alternators Based on 3 yards
Avg. Price:$0.33 / lbRange: $0.18 – $0.48 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Automotive AC Compressors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.28 / lbRange: $0.25 – $0.30 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +1.8%
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Automotive Starters Based on 3 yards
Avg. Price:$0.28 / lbRange: $0.20 – $0.35 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Copper Electric Motors Based on 3 yards
Avg. Price:$0.23 / lbRange: $0.15 – $0.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Light Ballasts & Power Supplies U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.23 / lbRange: $0.15 – $0.30 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Copper Transformers Based on 1 yard
Avg. Price:$0.22 / lbRange: $0.22 – $0.22 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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+67.5% / 30 days
Aluminum & Dirty Motors U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.16 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.22 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +67.5%
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Aluminum & Steel Transformers U.S. national average
Avg. Price:$0.13 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.15 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Avg. Price:$0.13 / lbRange: $0.10 – $0.15 / 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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Top-Rated Scrap Yards for Electric Motors in Michigan

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

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Updated 2/17/2026

RJ Industrial Recycling

Genesee Charter Township, Michigan6 grades on price list
Electric Motors
$0.20 / lb|🠅 $0.02 (11%)
Sealed Units
$0.15 / lb|🠅 $0.03 (25%)
Alternators
$0.48 / lb|🠅 $0.05 (12%)
Starters
$0.35 / lb|🠅 $0.03 (9%)
Copper Transformers
$0.22 / lb|🠇 $0.08 (27%)
Transmission
$0.10 / lb|🠅 $0.02 (25%)
Updated 2/17/2026

M 82 Recycling

Croton Township, Michigan4 grades on price list
Electric Motors
$0.10 / lb
Sealed Units
$0.05 / lb
Alternators
$0.18 / lb
Starters
$0.15 / lb
Updated 2/17/2026

Resource Recovery Solutions

Pontiac, Michigan1 grade on price list
Electric Motors
$0.30 / lb|🠅 $0.11 (58%)
Updated 2/17/2026

Reid Metals Inc

Dafter Township, Michigan1 grade on price list
Electric Motors (steel cased Copper Windings)
$0.15 / lb
Updated 12/6/2025

Al's Scrap Metals

Grout Township, Michigan5 grades on price list
ELECTRIC MOTOR
$0.21 / lb|🠅 $0.01 (5%)
SEALED UNITS
$0.11 / lb
ALTERNATORS
$0.33 / lb|🠅 $0.01 (3%)
STARTERS
$0.31 / lb|🠅 $0.01 (3%)
BALLASTS-NO PCB
$0.07 / lb
Updated 12/5/2025

Benton Metal Recycling

Benton Harbor, Michigan4 grades on price list
Electric Motors (Small)
$0.10 / lb|🠇 $0.08 (44%)
Sealed Units
$0.10 / lb|🠇 $0.05 (33%)
Alternators
$0.15 / lb|🠇 $0.10 (40%)
Starters
$0.20 / lb|🠇 $0.03 (13%)

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Electric Motors 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.

Electric Motor 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 Michigan.

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Winding Analysis: What Is Your Motor Actually Worth?

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
Aluminum & Dirty Motors $1.12 LME$0.16
High Grade14%
Aluminum & Steel Transformers $1.12 LME$0.13
High Grade11%
Scrap Engines & Transmissions $1.12 LME$0.10
Mid Grade9%
Automotive Alternators $6.09 COMEX$0.33
Low Grade5%
Automotive AC Compressors $6.09 COMEX$0.28
Low Grade5%
Automotive Starters $6.09 COMEX$0.28
Low Grade5%
Copper Electric Motors $6.09 COMEX$0.23
Low Grade4%
Light Ballasts & Power Supplies $6.09 COMEX$0.23
Low Grade4%
Copper Transformers $6.09 COMEX$0.22
Low Grade4%
Sealed Unit Compressors (Appliance) $6.09 COMEX$0.13
Low Grade2%

📊 What Determines Grade Value:

  • Copper Recovery Percentage: High-grade items like Copper Electric Motors have thick copper windings, whereas Aluminum & Dirty Motors yield less value because aluminum is cheaper than copper.
  • Casing Composition: Heavy cast-iron or steel casings add weight but lower the overall price-per-pound compared to aluminum-housed units.
  • Remanufacturing Demand: Units like Automotive Starters often carry a 'core value' because they can be rebuilt, making them worth more than standard motor scrap.
  • Attachment Contamination: Attached pumps, plastic fans, or pulleys can drop a motor's value down to the 'Dirty' grade.
💡 Pro tip: If you have Aluminum & Steel Transformers paying the low-grade rate of $0.10 to $0.15/ lb, check the windings with a file. If you find copper underneath a silver coating, demand the Copper Transformer rate to avoid an easy $0.23 loss on a heavy load.