Average scrap price for Aluminum Cans (UBC)

180-day market: price lists from 1 yard. As of 10/5/2026.
$0.75/ lb−$0.03 (3.8%)
GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $0.75
Lowest price ⓘ$0.75
Highest price$0.75Who pays the most? ⟶
How to read scrap yard offers Ohio

Scrap buy price in Ohio — $0.75 / lb (single yard offer in our database). Compare with prices across Ukraine below to estimate the real value of this scrap grade.

52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $0.55 to $0.79.
Oct '25Jan '26Apr '26Jul '26Today
Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 1 live board rate (out of 4 tracked local buyers).

Where to sell Aluminum Cans (UBC) in Ohio

Scrap yards in Ohio 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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Livingston & Co., Inc.

Listed as: UBC/CANS OVER
2502 Gallia St, Portsmouth, OH 45662 Plan route
$0.75/ lb
Updated 238 days ago

Columbus Metal Recycling

Listed as: Aluminum Cans
533 N Nelson Rd, Columbus, OH 43219 Plan route
$0.65/ lb
Updated 244 days ago

1 Shot Recycling

Listed as: ALUMINUM CANS
6377 Hahn Rd, Bradford, OH 45308 Plan route
$0.60/ lb
Updated 344 days ago

Speedie Recycling

Listed as: AL Cans
7021 Eberhart Rd NW, Dover, OH 44622 Plan route
Today: 8AM-4PM
$0.79/ 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 Wire (EC / Clean). 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 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.75 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
Aluminum BX Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$2.49 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +5.0%
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Aluminum Wire (EC / Clean) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.31 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -9.6%
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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) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$1.14 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -3.0%
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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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Clean Aluminum Auto Wheels (Alloy 356) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$1.00 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Dirty Aluminum Extrusion Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.93 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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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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Chrome Plated Aluminum Wheels Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.86 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: 0.0%
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Clean Truck & Semi Wheels (Alloy 6061) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.82 / lb
Trend for 6 mo.: +12.5%
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Aluminum Clips & MLC Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.81 / lb
Trend for 30 days: +6.2%
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Aluminum 6061 Structural Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.77 / lb
Trend for 90 days: -13.8%
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Aluminum Siding & Gutters Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.77 / lb
Trend for 30 days: -10.9%
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Aluminum 3003 Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.70 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Painted & Old Sheet Aluminum Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.68 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +10.4%
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Aluminum Wire (Insulated / ACSR) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$0.61 / lb
Trend for 90 days: +35.0%
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Clean Aluminum Sheet Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.55 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Cast Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.45 / lb
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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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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Irony & Breakage Aluminum Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$0.15 / 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−$0.03$0.70 – $0.70
8/25/2026 $0.78 / lb+$0.23$0.75 – $0.80
3/4/2026 $0.55 / lb−$0.10$0.55 – $0.55
2/17/2026 $0.65 / lb+$0.05$0.65 – $0.65
2/11/2026 $0.60 / lb−$0.19$0.60 – $0.60
11/3/2025 $0.79 / lb+$0.19$0.79 – $0.79
10/16/2025 $0.60 / lb−$0.03$0.60 – $0.60
8/29/2025 $0.63 / lb−$0.12$0.60 – $0.65
3/22/2025 $0.75 / lb+$0.22$0.75 – $0.75
10/9/2024 $0.53 / lb−$0.02$0.50 – $0.55
4/18/2024 $0.55 / lb+$0.12$0.55 – $0.55
2/27/2024 $0.43 / lb−$0.02$0.40 – $0.45
5/15/2023 $0.45 / lb−$0.03$0.45 – $0.45
3/30/2023 $0.48 / lb+$0.05$0.45 – $0.50
12/4/2022 $0.43 / lb−$0.05$0.40 – $0.45
10/4/2022 $0.48 / lb−$0.05$0.45 – $0.50
7/4/2022 $0.53 / lb−$0.10$0.50 – $0.55
5/20/2022 $0.63 / lb−$0.07$0.60 – $0.65
3/31/2022 $0.70 / lb+$0.35$0.70 – $0.70
8/2/2020 $0.35 / lb+$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
7/4/2020 $0.30 / lb−$0.03$0.30 – $0.30
2/21/2020 $0.33 / lb−$0.02$0.33 – $0.33
8/24/2019 $0.35 / lb−$0.05$0.35 – $0.35
1/15/2019 $0.40 / lb−$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
11/13/2018 $0.45 / lb+$0.05$0.45 – $0.45
9/10/2018 $0.40 / lb+$0.05$0.40 – $0.40
1/1/2017 $0.35 / lb−$0.15$0.35 – $0.35
2/1/2015 $0.50 / lb−$0.03$0.50 – $0.50