Aluminum Scrap Price Calculator
Estimate what an aluminum scrap load may be worth using the price per pound quoted by your local buyer. Enter the rate that applies to your material and the weight of your load.
Aluminum scrap is not one uniform grade, so the same rate should not be assumed for cans, cast aluminum, sheet, wheels, siding or mixed material.
Enter the price your buyer quoted for the specific type of aluminum scrap you plan to sell.
Enter the total weight of the aluminum scrap load.
Your custom load
Enter a valid local rate and load weight.Aluminum Scrap Value at Your Entered Price
The table shows what several load weights would be worth using the same price per pound you entered.
| Weight | Value at entered price |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | — |
| 5 lb | — |
| 10 lb | — |
| 25 lb | — |
| 50 lb | — |
| 100 lb | — |
These are calculated examples, not published aluminum scrap prices.
Why Aluminum Scrap Prices Differ by Material
Buyers may separate aluminum into different purchasing categories. The names and requirements can vary, so always use the buyer's own material description and quoted rate when making an estimate.
Aluminum beverage cans
Used beverage cans may be purchased as a distinct aluminum category. For can-specific calculations, use the aluminum can price per pound calculator.
Cast aluminum
Cast aluminum components may be classified separately from thin sheet or beverage containers.
Sheet aluminum
Sheet material may be purchased under a different category depending on the buyer and material condition.
Aluminum wheels
Aluminum wheels are commonly handled separately from general mixed aluminum, but individual buyer requirements can vary.
Aluminum siding
Siding may be classified separately depending on coatings, attachments and the buyer's grading system.
Mixed aluminum
Mixed loads may not receive the same rate as a clearly identified aluminum category.
Why Aluminum Scrap Prices Vary
Material category
Different aluminum materials may be purchased under different grades or categories.
Material condition
Attachments, contamination or mixed materials can affect how a buyer classifies a load.
Buyer and location
Different scrap yards, businesses and markets may use different purchasing policies.
Quantity
Buyer handling and purchasing practices may differ for small and large loads.
Market conditions
Scrap purchasing rates can change over time as aluminum and recycling markets change.
Scrap Aluminum Price vs. Market Aluminum Price
A scrap-yard buying price is not the same thing as a quoted exchange or primary-aluminum market price. A local scrap quote reflects the buyer's purchasing category and local transaction conditions.
This calculator uses the scrap-buying rate you enter, not a commodity benchmark.
How to Use the Aluminum Scrap Price Calculator
- Identify the aluminum material you plan to sell.
- Ask the buyer for the price per pound for that material.
- Enter the quoted rate.
- Enter the load weight.
- Review the estimated value and fixed-weight comparison table.
Keep the material description, quote and quote date together if you plan to compare estimates later.
How Much Is Aluminum Scrap Worth?
There is no single value that applies to every aluminum scrap load. The result depends on the type of aluminum, the buyer's rate and the weight of the material.
If you already have a current local quote, enter it above to calculate the estimated value of your load.
Price Per Pound vs. Total Scrap Value
Price per pound is the buyer's rate. Total scrap value is the estimated value of the complete load.
About This Estimate
This calculator does not supply a market price. It uses the price per pound and load weight entered by the user.
The calculation is a mathematical estimate only. Final payment can differ based on the buyer's classification, weighing process, current purchasing rate and acceptance requirements.
See our calculation methodologyFAQ
What is aluminum scrap worth per pound?
There is no single rate that applies to all aluminum scrap. Prices can differ by material category, buyer, location and market conditions. Enter the rate quoted for your material to calculate an estimate.
What is the aluminum scrap price today?
This page does not publish a universal live aluminum scrap price. Use a recent quote from the buyer where you plan to sell the material.
How do I calculate aluminum scrap value?
Multiply the load weight by the price per pound offered for that material. The calculator above performs that calculation automatically.
Do aluminum cans and other aluminum scrap have the same price?
Not necessarily. Buyers may classify beverage cans, cast aluminum, sheet, wheels and mixed aluminum differently.
How much is 100 pounds of aluminum scrap worth?
It depends on the price per pound. Enter your buyer's rate and the table will show the estimated value of a 100-pound load.
Is the calculator result a guaranteed scrap-yard payout?
No. It is an estimate based on the values you enter. The buyer determines the final classification, weight and payout.