Insulated Copper Wire Scrap Price Today
National average and per-state rates. Last updated Jul 14, 2026.
US National Average
$2.61/lb
Source: spot-derived
What is Insulated Copper Wire?
Common scrap sources: thhn stranded wire (insulated).
How to prep Insulated Copper Wire
Prep guidance for items that contain Insulated Copper Wire:
- THHN Stranded Wire (Insulated): Sort by gauge before stripping — heavier gauges (10 AWG and below) pay back stripping effort fastest because more copper per linear foot. Lighter gauges (14 AWG and above) are often more economical to sell whole at the insulated copper rate. Use a benchtop stripper for volume.
Insulated Copper Wire — 90-day price history
What does Insulated Copper Wire go into?
Common items that contain Insulated Copper Wire. Click any item to see its full value breakdown.
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