Average scrap price for Small Lead Acid Batteries

180-day market: price lists from 1 yard. As of 10/23/2026.
$0.20/ lb−$0.05 (20%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.20
Lowest price ⓘ$0.20
Highest price$0.20Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read a yard's offer
  • Low (around $0.20): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.20): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($0.20+): 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 $0.25.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate (out of 3 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Small Lead Acid Batteries in the US

Scrap yards in the US buying Small Lead Acid Batteries — 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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Wichita Material Recovery - WMR - 303-9303

Listed as: Non-Auto Battery
624 E Morris St, Wichita, KS 67211 Plan route
$0.20/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

Edge Metals Recycling

Listed as: Small Batteries
5120 36th Ave S, Tampa, FL 33619 Plan route
$0.22/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

E-Z Money Recycling LLC

Listed as: Small Lead Battery
1234 S 7th St, Phoenix Plan route
$0.20/ lb

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Compare Small Lead Acid Batteries prices with other Batteries grades

See the exact price difference between Small Lead Acid Batteries and similar grades like Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) 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 Small Lead Acid Batteries
Small Lead Acid Batteries Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.20 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Automotive Batteries (Car & Truck) Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.19 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +6.3%
Price analytics
Scrap Lead Acid Batteries Based on 14 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.19 / lb
Trend for 90 days: 0.0%
Price analytics
Steel Case Forklift Batteries Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.11 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: Small Lead Acid Batteries at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Small Lead Acid Batteries 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 Small Lead Acid Batteries

The table below shows the daily price history for Small Lead Acid Batteries 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)
$0.20 / lb−$0.05$0.20 – $0.20
4/24/2026 $0.25 / lb+$0.02$0.25 – $0.25
4/15/2026 $0.23 / lb+$0.02$0.23 – $0.23
2/17/2026 $0.21 / lb−$0.04$0.20 – $0.22
10/10/2025 $0.25 / lb+$0.05$0.25 – $0.25
8/23/2025 $0.20 / lb−$0.02$0.20 – $0.20
7/20/2025 $0.22 / lb+$0.04$0.22 – $0.22
3/18/2025 $0.18 / lb−$0.02$0.18 – $0.18
12/13/2024 $0.20 / lb+$0.01$0.20 – $0.20
7/13/2024 $0.19 / lb+$0.01$0.19 – $0.19
4/14/2024 $0.18 / lb−$0.02$0.18 – $0.18
11/26/2022 $0.20 / lb−$0.06$0.20 – $0.20
10/18/2021 $0.26 / lb+$0.02$0.26 – $0.26
4/19/2021 $0.24 / lb+$0.02$0.24 – $0.24
12/9/2019 $0.22 / lb−$0.03$0.22 – $0.22
8/14/2018 $0.25 / lb−$0.02$0.25 – $0.25
4/11/2018 $0.27 / lb+$0.01$0.27 – $0.27
7/7/2017 $0.26 / lb+$0.01$0.26 – $0.26
12/2/2016 $0.25 / lb+$0.04$0.25 – $0.25