Scrap Yards in South Dakota
We list 18 scrap yards in 13 South Dakota cities; the most are in Sioux Falls (3), Sturgis (2) and Watertown (2).
Listings carried over from this site's earlier directory (imported May 9, 2026); yards Google lists as permanently closed are left out. How we check listings.
South Dakota has 18 scrap yards listed across 13 cities and towns, with the densest coverage in Sioux Falls, Sturgis, and Watertown. The state's economy of agriculture, food processing, and finance shapes what comes through the gate, from construction and demolition metal to industrial offcuts and end-of-life vehicles. 1 of these listings name lead, auto parts, electronics, or precious metals among accepted materials; many listings do not name materials at all, so call ahead if you have something other than common metals. Price pages on this site show a daily US average estimate per grade. South Dakota yards set their own rates around that figure based on volume, prep, and freight, so treat it as a baseline and confirm by phone. Pick a city below to see the yards, hours, and directions, and bring a photo ID: scrap purchases are logged, and state law often requires identification for metal sales.
Scrap prices in South Dakota
National averages updated Nov 10, 2026; each page lists South Dakota yards that buy it.
Scrap yards in South Dakota: common questions
How many scrap yards are in South Dakota?
We list 18 scrap yards in 13 South Dakota cities. The cities with the most are Sioux Falls (3), Sturgis (2) and Watertown (2).
How much is scrap copper worth in South Dakota today?
Our US average estimate for Bare Bright Copper is $5.54/lb (updated Nov 10, 2026). We do not track South Dakota-specific prices: each yard sets its own rate, so call ahead before you load up.