Brass Scrap Prices in District of Columbia
National average for every brass 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.
Brass Grades — District of Columbia
| Grade | US Avg | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Brass | $3.65 | /lb |
| Red Brass | $4.37 | /lb |
Brass scrap in District of Columbia
The District of Columbia market for brass scrap follows the state's mix of federal government services and professional services. The grades yards commonly quote are Yellow Brass and Red Brass; Red Brass usually earns the top rate and Yellow Brass the lowest, so sorting before you arrive pays. A handful of yards in District of Columbia list brass among what they buy, and Washington is the main hub. The Northeast corridor of mills, refiners, and ports keeps downstream buyers close, which tends to hold District of Columbia yard rates near the national benchmark. Use the national averages here as your baseline. Individual District of Columbia yards move with volume, cleanliness, and local freight, and a quick call with your grade and weight gets you an exact number.
Scrap Yards Buying Brass in District of Columbia
- Northeast Iron Works, Inc.— Washington
- Scrap DC— Washington
Frequently asked about brass in District of Columbia
What is the brass scrap price in District of Columbia today?
This page lists the current US national average for every brass grade, updated daily from commodity markets. District of Columbia yards set their own rates around that figure based on volume, prep, and local freight, so use it as a baseline and confirm by phone.
Which scrap yards in District of Columbia buy brass?
A handful of yards in District of Columbia list brass among the materials they buy; the yards on this page are the ones we have on record, with the largest concentration around Washington. Confirm grades and hours before you drive.
How do I get the highest brass price in District of Columbia?
Sort by grade before you arrive, strip steel screws, rubber gaskets, and chrome plating, and keep Red Brass separate from Yellow Brass. Weigh your load yourself, ask for the price per grade rather than a lump sum, and compare two or three District of Columbia yards on the same day.
What prep gets the highest brass price at a District of Columbia yard?
Sorting is the single biggest lever: keep grades apart, strip steel screws, rubber gaskets, and chrome plating, and avoid mixing in anything the yard has to hand-sort. Dry, clean loads weigh and price honestly.
What do District of Columbia yards require from sellers of brass?
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.