ScrapCurrent Prices for Used Aluminum Cans (UBC) in Maryland
Current Aluminum Cans (UBC) prices at scrap yards in Maryland. Compare local offers against the U.S. national average to get the most money for your scrap.
Average scrap price for Aluminum Cans (UBC)
National high for this grade: $0.90 / lb.
The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.
- Low (around $0.55): Floor price, typically for small loads.
- Mid ($0.70): A fair deal for standard quantities.
- High ($0.80+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.
Aluminum Cans (UBC) price reference for Maryland
Scrap yards in Maryland don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($0.73 / lb). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. Aluminum Cans (UBC) prices across the U.S. →
Where to sell Aluminum Cans (UBC) in Maryland
These are scrap yards in Maryland that recently updated Aluminum Cans (UBC) 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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🚀 List your scrap yard ⟶| Metal grade | Average price (per lb) |
|---|---|
| Aluminum Cans (UBC) | $0.70 / lb |
| Aluminum BX | $2.49 / lb |
| Painted Aluminum Extrusion | $1.30 / lb |
| Aluminum 5052 (Plate) | $1.20 / lb |
| Clean Aluminum Auto Wheels (Alloy 356) | $1.20 / lb |
| Aluminum Wire (EC / Clean) | $1.15 / lb |
| Aluminum 6063 Extrusion (Clean) | $1.10 / lb |
| Lithographic Plates (Litho) | $1.07 / lb |
| Dirty Aluminum Extrusion | $0.93 / lb |
| Dirty & Irony Aluminum Wheels | $0.88 / lb |
| Clean Truck & Semi Wheels (Alloy 6061) | $0.80 / lb |
| Aluminum Clips & MLC | $0.75 / lb |
| Aluminum Siding & Gutters | $0.75 / lb |
| Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheels | $0.75 / lb |
| Aluminum 3003 | $0.70 / lb |
| Aluminum 6061 Structural | $0.68 / lb |
| Clean Aluminum Sheet | $0.66 / lb |
| Painted & Old Sheet Aluminum | $0.66 / lb |
| Cast Aluminum | $0.65 / lb |
| Aluminum Wire (Insulated / ACSR) | $0.61 / lb |
| Aluminum Turnings | $0.25 / lb |
| Irony & Breakage Aluminum | $0.25 / lb |
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.
| Date | Avg price (per lb) | Change | Range (Low/High) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.68 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.55 – $0.55 | |
| 5/14/2026 | $0.73 / lb | +$0.13 | $0.65 – $0.80 |
| 3/22/2026 | $0.60 / lb | +$0.08 | $0.60 – $0.60 |
| 2/17/2026 | $0.52 / lb | +$0.17 | $0.50 – $0.55 |
| 1/14/2026 | $0.35 / lb | −$0.17 | $0.35 – $0.35 |
| 9/8/2025 | $0.52 / lb | −$0.03 | $0.52 – $0.52 |
| 5/14/2025 | $0.55 / lb | +$0.10 | $0.55 – $0.55 |
| 4/30/2025 | $0.45 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.45 – $0.45 |
| 1/19/2025 | $0.50 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.50 – $0.50 |
| 2/28/2024 | $0.45 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.45 – $0.45 |
| 9/28/2023 | $0.40 / lb | — no change | $0.40 – $0.40 |
| 6/5/2023 | $0.40 / lb | −$0.10 | $0.40 – $0.40 |
| 4/1/2023 | $0.50 / lb | +$0.10 | $0.50 – $0.50 |
| 10/2/2022 | $0.40 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.40 – $0.40 |
| 8/10/2022 | $0.45 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.45 – $0.45 |
| 5/26/2022 | $0.50 / lb | — no change | $0.50 – $0.50 |
| 1/22/2022 | $0.50 / lb | — no change | $0.50 – $0.50 |
| 1/18/2022 | $0.50 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.50 – $0.50 |
| 9/22/2021 | $0.45 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.45 – $0.45 |
| 5/10/2021 | $0.40 / lb | — no change | $0.40 – $0.40 |
| 4/22/2021 | $0.40 / lb | +$0.02 | $0.40 – $0.40 |
| 1/17/2021 | $0.38 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.35 – $0.40 |
| 12/5/2020 | $0.33 / lb | +$0.10 | $0.30 – $0.35 |
| 10/20/2020 | $0.23 / lb | +$0.03 | $0.20 – $0.25 |
| 9/23/2020 | $0.20 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.20 – $0.20 |
| 6/5/2020 | $0.15 / lb | −$0.85 | $0.15 – $0.15 |
| 4/5/2020 | $1.00 / lb | +$0.67 | $1.00 – $1.00 |
| 3/6/2020 | $0.33 / lb | +$0.08 | $0.30 – $0.35 |
| 2/26/2020 | $0.25 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.25 – $0.25 |
| 6/8/2019 | $0.30 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.30 – $0.30 |
| 5/8/2019 | $0.35 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.35 – $0.35 |
| 2/3/2019 | $0.30 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.30 – $0.30 |
| 1/3/2019 | $0.35 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.30 – $0.40 |
| 8/13/2018 | $0.40 / lb | −$0.05 | $0.40 – $0.40 |
| 11/25/2017 | $0.45 / lb | +$0.10 | $0.45 – $0.45 |
| 10/27/2016 | $0.35 / lb | — no change | $0.30 – $0.40 |
| 4/9/2016 | $0.35 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.35 – $0.35 |
| 2/23/2016 | $0.30 / lb | +$0.05 | $0.30 – $0.30 |
| 8/13/2015 | $0.25 / lb | −$0.08 | $0.25 – $0.25 |
| 7/23/2015 | $0.33 / lb | −$0.17 | $0.30 – $0.35 |
| 2/6/2015 | $0.50 / lb | — no change | $0.40 – $0.60 |
Map of scrap yards buying Aluminum Cans (UBC)
The map below shows locations currently listing prices for Aluminum Cans (UBC). Select your state on the map or from the list to see current per-pound rates from local yards near you.