Aluminum Scrap Prices in District of Columbia
National average for every aluminum grade we track, updated Nov 10, 2026. Yard quotes in District of Columbia vary with volume and prep — use these as your baseline and call ahead.
Aluminum Grades — District of Columbia
| Grade | US Avg | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum (Mixed) | $0.70 | /lb |
| Aluminum Cans | $0.95 | /lb |
| Aluminum Extrusion | $0.99 | /lb |
Aluminum scrap in District of Columbia
The District of Columbia market for aluminum scrap follows the state's mix of federal government services and professional services. Expect separate prices for Aluminum (Mixed), Aluminum Cans, and Aluminum Extrusion. Clean, sorted Aluminum Extrusion sits at the top of the board while Aluminum (Mixed) is priced for the extra processing it needs. A handful of yards in District of Columbia list aluminum among what they buy, and Washington is the main hub. With refiners and export ports within a short haul, District of Columbia yards move aluminum quickly and price it close to the published benchmark. Treat the figures on this page as a daily national baseline; a District of Columbia yard will quote around them once it knows your grade, weight, and how well the load is sorted.
Scrap Yards Buying Aluminum in District of Columbia
- Northeast Iron Works, Inc.— Washington
- Scrap DC— Washington
Frequently asked about aluminum in District of Columbia
What is the aluminum scrap price in District of Columbia today?
The table above shows today's national average per grade, refreshed daily. Yards in District of Columbia quote around those numbers depending on how much you bring, how clean it is, and what it costs them to ship onward.
Which scrap yards in District of Columbia buy aluminum?
The yards listed on this page accept aluminum. In District of Columbia the largest number of buyers to compare are around Washington. Call ahead to confirm which grades a yard takes and whether it is open for public drop-off.
How do I get the highest aluminum price in District of Columbia?
Clean material earns the top of the board: remove attached steel screws, plastic trim, and paint, separate Aluminum Extrusion from lower grades, and bring ID. Calling two or three District of Columbia yards with your exact grade and weight usually surfaces the highest rate.
How should I prepare aluminum before selling it in District of Columbia?
Separate grades, remove attached steel screws, plastic trim, and paint, and keep loads dry. Yards pay for the grade they can see, so mixed or dirty material is priced at the lowest grade in the pile.
Do I need ID to sell aluminum scrap in District of Columbia?
Expect to show a photo ID and have the transaction logged; scrap metal purchase records are standard practice and required by law in much of the country. Some District of Columbia yards also photograph the material and pay by check for larger amounts.