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Scrap Metal Prices in Fargo, ND — What’s a Pound Worth?

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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
    kenssanitation.com

Citywide Averages (PriceOfScrapMetals.com, Aug 30, 2025)

Updated View on Metal Types (Same Source)

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.

Why ScrapTrade Turns Edge into Earnings

You don’t have to settle for the closest yard. ScrapTrade elevates your scrap game with:

  • Live Market Pricing — Know exactly what metals are worth before showing up.
  • Verified Buyer Network — Multiple offers, better pricing without the grind.
  • Escrow Payments — No risk, zero stress—get paid once delivery is confirmed.
  • Logistical Ease — Pickup and transport sorted, even for buyers outside Fargo.

Sell smarter. Think broader. Maximize value.

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