Aluminum Wheels Price Today: $1.06/lb
Current US scrapyard prices for Aluminum Wheels average $1.06/lb, typically trading between $0.850 and $1.37/lb across 10 reporting facilities. Review physical grading criteria, preparation tips to prevent scale downgrades, and regional price spreads nationwide.
What counts as Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum wheels are sorted into clean alloy, chrome-plated, clad (two-piece), and dirty. Chrome and clad wheels pay less because they need an extra step to process. Steel wheels do not belong in this pile.
Estimate your scale payout
Calculate the estimated cash payout for your Aluminum Wheels based on current low, average, and high scrapyard scale rates.
Aluminum Wheels Price Trend (12 Months)
12-month historical price chart showing seasonal peaks, scale price momentum, and wholesale exchange benchmark spreads (LME Aluminum) for Aluminum Wheels.
Aluminum Wheels Prices by State
Compare average Aluminum Wheels prices across reporting US states to identify regional price spreads and local buyer demand.
| State | Average Price | Typical Range | Reporting Yards | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $1.04/lb | $0.750 – $1.38 | 3 | State Rates → |
| Arizona | $0.800/lb | $0.800 – $0.800 | 1 | State Rates → |
| Florida | $0.530/lb | $0.530 – $0.530 | 1 | State Rates → |
| Kentucky | $0.925/lb | $0.850 – $1.00 | 1 | State Rates → |
| Massachusetts | $0.925/lb | $0.850 – $1.00 | 1 | State Rates → |
| Missouri | $0.900/lb | $0.900 – $0.900 | 1 | State Rates → |
| New York | $1.13/lb | $0.900 – $1.35 | 1 | State Rates → |
| Ohio | $1.00/lb | $1.00 – $1.00 | 1 | State Rates → |
| Pennsylvania | $0.986/lb | $0.900 – $1.15 | 1 | State Rates → |
| Tennessee | $1.22/lb | $0.650 – $1.60 | 1 | State Rates → |
How to get the best price for Aluminum Wheels
Follow these scrapyard grading standards and preparation tips to ensure your Aluminum Wheels meets top-tier scale specifications without deductions.
Dismount the tire completely. Pop off lead wheel weights, rubber valve stems, and plastic center caps. Yards only buy bare aluminum rims; weights left on will get you docked as dirty aluminum.
Separate chrome and clad wheels from plain alloy.
Keep steel rims and hubcaps out of the aluminum.
Wheels with rubber or heavy dirt are graded down.
How it compares with similar grades
Clean alloy wheels often pay close to extrusion per pound. Chrome and clad wheels sit nearer to mixed aluminum.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common answers on scrap metal grading standards, scale payout rules, sorting methods, and scale ticket calculations.
What is aluminum wheels worth per pound today?
Aluminum Wheels averages $1.06/lb nationally as of Oct 7, 2026. That is about 77% of the LME Aluminum price.
What is the difference between aluminum wheels and similar grades?
Clean alloy wheels often pay close to extrusion per pound. Chrome and clad wheels sit nearer to mixed aluminum.
Why is my scrap yard paying a different price for aluminum wheels?
The figure here is a national average of prices posted by US scrap yards. Each yard sets its own price based on nearby mill demand, freight, how much you bring, and how it grades your load. Most reports fall between $0.850 and $1.37 per pound. Call two or three yards and ask what grade they would pay for your aluminum wheels.
Do I need to remove the tire before selling aluminum wheels?
Yes. Yards want the bare rim. Tires, valve stems, and weights are deducted or can get the load graded as dirty. A magnet helps: if it sticks to the rim, it is steel, not aluminum.