Scrap Metal Price Calculator

Get an instant estimate for your copper, Inconel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and 30+ other metals. Enter your details below — see live results from real sellers.

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Scrap metal prices today: Copper bare bright $3.80–$4.20/lb · Inconel 625 $8–$14/lb · Stainless 304 $0.45–$0.65/lb · Aluminum 6061 $0.55–$0.75/lb · Titanium Gr.5 $4–$8/lb. Use the calculator below for your exact estimate, or call (754) 310-2984 for a confirmed quote.

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⚠ This is an estimate based on current commodity market prices (August 2026). Actual price depends on material condition, quantity, and daily market rates. Call for a confirmed quote.

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Current Scrap Metal Prices — August 2026

Reference prices updated daily. Call (754) 310-2984 for a locked-in quote.

MetalGrade / TypePrice RangeUnit
CopperBare Bright Wire$3.80 – $4.20per lb
Copper#1 Clean$3.40 – $3.90per lb
Copper#2 Mixed$2.90 – $3.40per lb
Inconel 625All forms$8.00 – $14.00per lb
Inconel 718All forms$10.00 – $18.00per lb
Hastelloy C-276All forms$6.00 – $12.00per lb
WaspaloyAll forms$12.00 – $20.00per lb
Stainless 304All forms$0.45 – $0.65per lb
Stainless 316All forms$0.55 – $0.80per lb
Titanium Gr. 2CP Grade$2.00 – $4.00per lb
Titanium Gr. 56Al-4V$4.00 – $8.00per lb
Tungsten CarbideInserts / tooling$6.00 – $12.00per lb
Aluminum 6061Extrusions / plate$0.55 – $0.75per lb
Electric MotorCopper-wound$0.20 – $0.45per lb
TransformerAll KVA$0.25 – $0.55per lb
Catalytic ConverterAll types$50 – $800+each
TantalumAll forms$18.00 – $26.00per lb
MolybdenumAll forms$6.00 – $10.00per lb

⚠ Prices are estimates based on current commodity markets. Actual payout depends on quantity, condition, and daily market rates. Call (754) 310-2984 for a confirmed quote.

How the Scrap Metal Price Calculator Works

Our scrap metal price calculator uses real-time commodity market data to give you an instant estimate of what your metal is worth. Simply select your metal type, enter the weight, and get an estimated value in seconds. No registration required — just enter your first name so we can show your result in the live feed.

The calculator covers over 30 metal types including industrial alloys like Inconel, Hastelloy, Waspaloy, and Monel that most scrap yards don't even buy. We specialize in high-value industrial metals from manufacturing facilities, aerospace plants, oil and gas operations, and plant shutdowns.

Why Use This Calculator?

Most scrap yards give you a lowball number on the spot because they know you don't know what your metal is worth. This calculator puts the knowledge in your hands before you make a single call. If your estimate is $5,000 and a scrap yard offers you $2,000, you know to walk away. If we offer you $5,200, you know that's a fair deal.

For large quantities — plant shutdowns, manufacturing cleanouts, warehouse liquidations — the difference between a fair price and a lowball can be tens of thousands of dollars. Use this calculator as your baseline before any negotiation.

What Happens After You Calculate?

Your estimate appears instantly. If you provided a phone number, our team may reach out to confirm the quote and schedule a pickup. If you provided an email, we'll send you weekly price alerts so you know when to sell. There's no obligation — the calculator is completely free.

For confirmed quotes and same-week pickup scheduling, call (754) 310-2984. We serve the entire continental United States and can arrange logistics for large industrial lots.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the scrap metal price calculator?
The calculator uses current commodity market rates and is typically accurate within 5–10% of actual payout. The main variables are material condition (clean vs. contaminated), exact alloy grade, and daily market fluctuations. For a locked-in price, call (754) 310-2984.
Do you buy small quantities?
Yes, though our minimum for free pickup is typically 500 lbs or $500 in estimated value. For smaller quantities, you can drop off at our facility or we can advise on the best approach. High-value metals like Inconel and tantalum have no minimum — even 10 lbs is worth a call.
What if I don't know what metal I have?
Call (754) 310-2984 and describe what you have. We can often identify the metal from photos or a description. We also offer on-site identification for large lots. See our metal identification guide for help identifying common industrial alloys.
How do I get weekly price alerts?
Enter your email address in the calculator form above. We'll send you a weekly price update covering all major metals. Prices for Inconel, copper, and stainless steel can swing significantly week to week — knowing when prices are high can mean thousands of extra dollars on a large lot.

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