Scrap Meta Price in Wichita

Here is a list of common scrap metal prices in Wichita, based on data from local recycling centers like Wichita Material Recovery:

Copper

• Bare Bright: $3.50 – $3.60 per lb
• #1 Copper: $3.40 – $3.50 per lb
• #2 Copper: $3.20 – $3.30 per lb
• Yellow Brass: $2.25 – $2.35 per lb

Aluminum

• Clean Aluminum: $0.40 – $0.50 per lb
• Aluminum Wheels (Clean): $0.75 – $0.85 per lb
• Aluminum Breakage: $0.15 – $0.20 per lb

Steel and Iron

• Tin/Steel: $0.075 per lb or $150 per ton
• Cast Iron: $0.075 per lb
• #1 Prepared: $370 per ton
• Shredded Auto Scrap: $390 per ton

Batteries

• Car/Truck Battery: $0.22 – $0.27 per lb
• Non-Auto Battery: $0.20 – $0.23 per lb

Stainless Steel

• 304 Stainless: $0.35 – $0.40 per lb
• 316 Stainless: $0.70 – $0.75 per lb

Electronics

• Laptop (Complete): $0.25 – $0.50 per lb
• High-Grade Boards: $0.50 per lb

These prices fluctuate daily, so it’s always a good idea to contact local recyclers before.