Copper Wire Scrap Prices — All Types Bought

From bare bright to low-grade insulated, we buy every kind of copper wire — THHN, Romex, MC cable, cat wire, and harness wire. Call Sean at 954-488-0700 for today's wire prices.

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Current Copper Wire Prices by Type

Prices updated regularly. Call 954-488-0700 for a confirmed quote on your specific material.

Grade / TypeDescriptionPrice
#1 Bare Bright WireStripped and shiny, 16 ga+$5.30/lb
THHN CableCommercial insulated, ~75-80% recovery$2.80/lb
MC/BX Cable (Copper)Metal-clad cable$1.65/lb
Romex® WireHousehold NM cable, ~65% recovery$2.30/lb
Insulated Wire #150-70% recovery, clean$1.90/lb
Insulated Wire #2 / Low GradeCommunications, harness, mixed$0.60–$1.10/lb
Christmas Lights / Cat 5-6Very low recovery$0.35–$0.55/lb

Copper wire is the most common form of scrap copper — and the most misunderstood when it comes to pricing. The price you're paid depends almost entirely on copper recovery percentage: how much of the wire's weight is actual copper versus insulation. High-grade THHN runs 75-80% recovery, household Romex about 65%, while communications wire may be under 40%.

We buy every grade, from demolition wire and electrician surplus to utility and data-center cable, with free commercial pickup nationwide. If you have mixed loads, don't worry about sorting — send photos and we'll grade it for you, or call 954-488-0700 and Sean will walk you through maximizing your payout. Prices change daily with the copper market, so always confirm before shipping.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is insulated copper wire worth?
It depends on recovery percentage. THHN pays about $2.80/lb, Romex about $2.30/lb, and low-grade communications wire $0.60–$1.10/lb. Prices change daily — call 954-488-0700 to confirm.
Should I strip my copper wire before selling?
For heavy-gauge wire like THHN, stripping can nearly double your price ($2.80/lb to $5.30/lb bare bright). For thin wire, stripping usually isn't worth the labor.
Do you buy wire by the truckload?
Yes — we specialize in commercial quantities from demolition contractors, electricians, and utilities. Free rigging and freight, same-day payment.
Do you buy burnt copper wire?
Burnt wire is heavily discounted and in some states restricted. Call us first at 954-488-0700 — unburnt wire almost always nets you more money.

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