Ken’s Sanitation (Fargo–Moorhead area)
- Aluminum Cans / Sheet & Cast: $0.25/lb
- #1 Copper: $1.05/lb
- #2 Copper: $0.95/lb
- #1 Insulated Copper: $0.65/lb
- #2 Insulated Copper: $0.28/lb
- Yellow Brass: $0.70/lb
- Red Brass: $0.80/lb
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Citywide Averages (PriceOfScrapMetals.com, Aug 30, 2025)
- Copper: $4.37/lb
- Aluminum: ~$1.17/lb
- Brass: ~$3.31/lb
- Lead: $0.86/lb
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Updated View on Metal Types (Same Source)
- Aluminum/Cu Radiators: $1.89/lb
- Aluminum 5052 Scrap: $1.09/lb
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RecyclingMonster (Aug 22, 2025 Averages)
- #1 Copper: $3.70/lb
- #2 Copper: $3.45/lb
- Yellow Brass: $2.35/lb
- Aluminum Scrap City Avg: $0.75/lb
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Gerdau Fargo Metallics
- Bare Bright Copper: $3.00/lb
- Aluminum Rims: $0.68/lb
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Northern Metal Recycling (West Fargo)
- Alp/Cu Radiators: $1.85/lb
- #2/3 Mix Copper & #2 Copper Tubing: $3.35/lb
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Price Snapshot: What to Expect
| Material | Local Yard Rate | Citywide Avg | Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 Copper | ~$3.00 | ~$3.70 | Local yards offer slightly less—room to negotiate |
| Aluminum/Cu Radiators | ~$1.85 | ~$1.89 | Very competitive—know your material well |
| Brass | $0.70–0.80 | ~$2.35–3.31 | Substantially lower—choosing the right yard is key |
| Aluminum (general cans) | ~$0.25–0.75 | ~$1.17 | Clean, bulk loads could yield market value |
Yards like Ken’s Sanitation are dependable but conservative—especially on brass and copper compared to broader averages. That’s why knowing market value puts the power back in your hands.
Why Prices Vary Drastically
- Grade & Cleanliness — Bright, bare metals fetch top dollar; coated or contiguous materials plummet in value.
- Volume Discounts — Big loads get better per-pound pricing—small loads get squeezed.
- Update Frequency — Some yards update daily, others lag weeks behind market shifts.
- Local Demand & Economy — Yards closer to metal processors or mills often pay more.
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