Average scrap price for Aluminum Cans (UBC)

180-day market: price lists from 5 yards. As of 10/5/2026.
$0.75/ lb+$0.09 (13.6%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.75
Lowest price ⓘ$0.60
Highest price$0.95Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Florida
  • Low (around $0.60): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($0.75): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($0.95+): 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 $0.53 to $0.95.
Nov '25Feb '26May '26Aug '26Today
Market snapshot
Upward trend. Prices have been rising over the past 3 months.
Pricing verified from 5 live board rates (out of 6 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Aluminum Cans (UBC) in Florida

Scrap yards in Florida buying Aluminum Cans (UBC) — 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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CMC Recycling

Listed as: Aluminum Cans
2038 Lane Ave N, Jacksonville, FL 32254 Plan route
$0.80/ lb
Updated 61 days ago

Berman Brothers

Listed as: Aluminum Cans
2500 Evergreen Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32206 Plan route
$0.66/ lb
Updated 99 days ago

1st Coast Recycling Inc

Listed as: Aluminum Cans
108 Seaboard Coast Line Railroad, Palatka, FL 32177 Plan route
$0.60/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

Jacksonville Metal Recycling

Listed as: Aluminum Cans
4718 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32207 Plan route
$0.75/ lb
Updated 259 days ago

Edge Metals Recycling

Listed as: Aluminum Cans
5120 36th Ave S, Tampa, FL 33619 Plan route
$0.60/ lb
Updated 1797 days ago

Allied Scrap Processors, Inc

Listed as: Cans
3330 E Main St, Lakeland, FL 33801 Plan route
$0.64/ lb

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Compare Aluminum Cans (UBC) prices with other Aluminum grades

See the exact price difference between Aluminum Cans (UBC) and similar grades like Aluminum BX or Aluminum 5052 (Plate). Compare the current rates per pound below to ensure you get the maximum payout for your sorted scrap.

Current price Aluminum Cans (UBC)
Aluminum Cans (UBC) Based on 5 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.75 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -20.0%
Aluminum BX Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.49 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +18.7%
Price analytics
Aluminum 5052 (Plate) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.20 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum 6063 Extrusion (Clean) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$1.17 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +20.5%
Price analytics
Aluminum Wire (EC / Clean) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.13 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -16.7%
Price analytics
Painted Aluminum Extrusion Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.10 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Lithographic Plates (Litho) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.05 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Dirty Aluminum Extrusion Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$1.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Clean Aluminum Auto Wheels (Alloy 356) Based on 4 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.99 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +25.0%
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Dirty & Irony Aluminum Wheels Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.88 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Painted & Old Sheet Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.85 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Aluminum Clips & MLC Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.83 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +3.8%
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Aluminum Siding & Gutters Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.81 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -0.6%
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Aluminum Wire (Insulated / ACSR) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.80 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Clean Truck & Semi Wheels (Alloy 6061) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.78 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -9.1%
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Aluminum 6061 Structural Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.78 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Cast Aluminum Based on 3 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.69 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +3.6%
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Clean Aluminum Sheet Based on 4 scrap yards
Avg price:$0.69 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +31.8%
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Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheels Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.53 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Irony & Breakage Aluminum Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.34 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -6.7%
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Aluminum Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.25 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: Aluminum Cans (UBC) at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Aluminum Cans (UBC) 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 Aluminum Cans (UBC)

The table below shows the daily price history for Aluminum Cans (UBC) 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)
$0.75 / lb+$0.09$0.80 – $0.80
9/3/2026 $0.66 / lb−$0.12$0.66 – $0.66
9/1/2026 $0.78 / lb+$0.48$0.78 – $0.78
8/28/2026 $0.30 / lb−$0.40$0.30 – $0.30
8/25/2026 $0.70 / lb−$0.25$0.65 – $0.75
8/17/2026 $0.95 / lb+$0.35$0.95 – $0.95
7/27/2026 $0.60 / lb−$0.10$0.60 – $0.60
7/6/2026 $0.70 / lb+$0.15$0.70 – $0.70
6/29/2026 $0.55 / lb−$0.25$0.55 – $0.55
6/8/2026 $0.80 / lb+$0.20$0.80 – $0.80
5/14/2026 $0.60 / lb−$0.22$0.60 – $0.60
5/4/2026 $0.82 / lb+$0.22$0.82 – $0.82
4/30/2026 $0.60 / lb−$0.25$0.55 – $0.65
4/25/2026 $0.85 / lb+$0.30$0.85 – $0.85
4/20/2026 $0.55 / lb−$0.23$0.55 – $0.55
3/22/2026 $0.78 / lb+$0.25$0.75 – $0.80
3/4/2026 $0.53 / lb−$0.18$0.50 – $0.55
2/17/2026 $0.71 / lb+$0.11$0.60 – $0.82
1/15/2026 $0.60 / lb−$0.20$0.60 – $0.60
1/12/2026 $0.80 / lb+$0.07$0.80 – $0.80
1/10/2026 $0.73 / lb−$0.05$0.73 – $0.73
12/21/2025 $0.78 / lb+$0.18$0.78 – $0.78
11/7/2025 $0.60 / lb−$0.02$0.60 – $0.60
10/6/2025 $0.62 / lb−$0.13$0.62 – $0.62
9/29/2025 $0.75 / lb+$0.02$0.75 – $0.75
8/29/2025 $0.73 / lb+$0.13$0.73 – $0.73
8/28/2025 $0.60 / lb−$0.05$0.60 – $0.60
6/21/2025 $0.65 / lb−$0.05$0.65 – $0.65
6/6/2025 $0.70 / lb+$0.06$0.70 – $0.70
3/28/2025 $0.64 / lb−$0.06$0.55 – $0.73
3/5/2025 $0.70 / lb+$0.20$0.70 – $0.70
2/10/2025 $0.50 / lb−$0.15$0.50 – $0.50
2/5/2025 $0.65 / lb+$0.05$0.65 – $0.65
1/28/2025 $0.60 / lb+$0.05$0.60 – $0.60
1/26/2025 $0.55 / lb−$0.05$0.55 – $0.55
1/19/2025 $0.60 / lb+$0.15$0.60 – $0.60
11/11/2024 $0.45 / lb−$0.13$0.45 – $0.45
10/7/2024 $0.58 / lb+$0.03$0.58 – $0.58
8/9/2024 $0.55 / lb−$0.04$0.55 – $0.55
7/17/2024 $0.59 / lb+$0.09$0.59 – $0.59
6/14/2024 $0.50 / lb+$0.05$0.50 – $0.50
4/14/2024 $0.45 / lb+$0.01$0.45 – $0.45
2/29/2024 $0.44 / lb−$0.01$0.42 – $0.45
2/27/2024 $0.45 / lb+$0.05$0.45 – $0.45
11/30/2023 $0.40 / lb−$0.15$0.40 – $0.40
10/31/2023 $0.55 / lb+$0.05$0.55 – $0.55
10/1/2023 $0.50 / lb−$0.02$0.50 – $0.50
5/28/2023 $0.52 / lb−$0.04$0.50 – $0.53
3/25/2023 $0.56 / lb— no change$0.56 – $0.56
3/16/2023 $0.56 / lb−$0.02$0.56 – $0.56
1/28/2023 $0.58 / lb+$0.13$0.58 – $0.58
12/4/2022 $0.45 / lb−$0.01$0.45 – $0.45
11/27/2022 $0.46 / lb−$0.04$0.44 – $0.48
11/26/2022 $0.50 / lb−$0.03$0.50 – $0.50
9/24/2022 $0.53 / lb+$0.03$0.53 – $0.53
8/12/2022 $0.50 / lb−$0.03$0.50 – $0.50
7/6/2022 $0.53 / lb−$0.07$0.52 – $0.54
6/25/2022 $0.60 / lb−$0.10$0.60 – $0.60
5/27/2022 $0.70 / lb+$0.10$0.70 – $0.70
5/26/2022 $0.60 / lb−$0.03$0.60 – $0.60
5/20/2022 $0.63 / lb+$0.09$0.62 – $0.64
1/29/2022 $0.54 / lb+$0.04$0.51 – $0.57
12/3/2021 $0.50 / lb−$0.14$0.50 – $0.50
12/2/2021 $0.64 / lb+$0.14$0.64 – $0.64
10/18/2021 $0.50 / lb−$0.20$0.50 – $0.50
9/22/2021 $0.70 / lb+$0.20$0.70 – $0.70
8/3/2021 $0.50 / lb−$0.07$0.46 – $0.54
6/14/2021 $0.57 / lb+$0.02$0.57 – $0.57
5/12/2021 $0.55 / lb−$0.05$0.55 – $0.55
5/10/2021 $0.60 / lb+$0.20$0.60 – $0.60
4/17/2021 $0.40 / lb−$0.10$0.40 – $0.40
3/6/2021 $0.50 / lb−$0.01$0.50 – $0.50
3/4/2021 $0.51 / lb+$0.11$0.51 – $0.51
2/26/2021 $0.40 / lb−$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
1/20/2021 $0.45 / lb+$0.07$0.45 – $0.45
1/16/2021 $0.38 / lb+$0.03$0.38 – $0.38
12/2/2020 $0.35 / lb−$0.02$0.35 – $0.35
12/1/2020 $0.37 / lb+$0.07$0.37 – $0.37
10/25/2020 $0.30 / lb−$0.04$0.30 – $0.30
9/19/2020 $0.34 / lb+$0.04$0.34 – $0.34
8/5/2020 $0.30 / lb— no change$0.30 – $0.30
12/10/2019 $0.30 / lb+$0.05$0.30 – $0.30
12/9/2019 $0.25 / lb−$0.08$0.25 – $0.25
11/20/2019 $0.33 / lb+$0.03$0.33 – $0.33
9/25/2019 $0.30 / lb−$0.08$0.30 – $0.30
9/19/2019 $0.38 / lb+$0.07$0.38 – $0.38
8/22/2019 $0.31 / lb−$0.04$0.31 – $0.31
4/9/2019 $0.35 / lb−$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
12/17/2018 $0.40 / lb−$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
10/16/2018 $0.45 / lb−$0.08$0.45 – $0.45
8/21/2018 $0.53 / lb+$0.12$0.53 – $0.53
7/6/2018 $0.41 / lb−$0.09$0.41 – $0.41
6/12/2018 $0.50 / lb−$0.05$0.50 – $0.50
6/5/2017 $0.55 / lb+$0.22$0.55 – $0.55
4/19/2017 $0.33 / lb−$0.11$0.33 – $0.33
3/13/2017 $0.44 / lb−$0.01$0.44 – $0.44
12/16/2016 $0.45 / lb+$0.01$0.45 – $0.45
10/20/2016 $0.44 / lb+$0.06$0.44 – $0.44
9/17/2016 $0.38 / lb−$0.02$0.38 – $0.38
8/20/2016 $0.40 / lb+$0.01$0.40 – $0.40
6/27/2016 $0.39 / lb−$0.01$0.39 – $0.39
5/12/2016 $0.40 / lb+$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
3/31/2016 $0.35 / lb−$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
3/22/2016 $0.40 / lb−$0.02$0.40 – $0.40
3/14/2016 $0.42 / lb+$0.02$0.42 – $0.42
2/13/2016 $0.40 / lb−$0.03$0.40 – $0.40
1/11/2016 $0.43 / lb−$0.07$0.43 – $0.43