Clayton Family Recycling in
Hohenwald (TN)

Friendly people and helpful also easy to recycle for money

They made it easy to sell them the scrap metals.

Okay, let's compare the prices you received on your complete receipt to estimated national average prices for July 2025 in the US.
It's important to remember that scrap metal prices fluctuate daily and vary by location, specific scrap yard, and the exact condition/purity of the material. The "estimated average" here is a reasonable approximation based on multiple sources.
Your Complete Receipt Data:
| Material | Quantity (lbs) | Price/lb (Receipt) | Total (Receipt) |
|---|---|---|---|
| #2 Insulated Wire | 13.0 | $0.50 | $6.50 |
| Stainless | 3.0 | $0.30 | $0.90 |
| UBC | 67.0 | $0.50 | $33.50 |
| Unclean Brass | 10.0 | $0.25 | $2.50 |
| #2 Copper | 2.0 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| #1 Insulated Wire | 3.0 | $1.00 | $3.00 |
| Yellow Brass | 3.0 | $1.50 | $4.50 |
| U/C CU/AL Coils | 9.0 | $1.25 | $11.25 |
| Shred Steel | 960.0 | $0.05 (per lb) | $48.00 |
| Unclean Aluminum | 22.0 | $0.15 | $3.30 |
| Clean Aluminum | 2.0 | $0.50 | $1.00 |
| Electric Motors | 4.0 | $0.20 | $0.80 |
| Total from Receipt | | | $119.75 |
Estimated "Should Have Been" Prices (Based on July 2025 US Averages):
Here are the prices I'll use for comparison, along with their difference from your receipt prices:
| Material | Estimated Avg. Price/lb | Difference from Receipt |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Insulated Wire | $1.00 | +$0.50 |
| Stainless | $0.40 | +$0.10 |
| UBC | $0.70 | +$0.20 |
| Unclean Brass | $1.00 | +$0.75 |
| #2 Copper | $3.00 | +$0.75 |
| #1 Insulated Wire | $2.00 | +$1.00 |
| Yellow Brass | $2.00 | +$0.50 |
| U/C CU/AL Coils | $1.30 | +$0.05 |
| Shred Steel | $0.10 (per lb) | +$0.05 |
| Unclean Aluminum | $0.30 | +$0.15 |
| Clean Aluminum | $0.65 | +$0.15 |
| Electric Motors | $0.25 | +$0.05 |
Calculation of "Should Have Been" Total:
Based on the estimated national average prices for July 2025, here's how your payout compares:
* Estimated value for #2 Insulated Wire: $13.00
* Estimated value for Stainless: $1.20
* Estimated value for UBC: $46.90
* Estimated value for Unclean Brass: $10.00
* Estimated value for #2 Copper: $6.00
* Estimated value for #1 Insulated Wire: $6.00
* Estimated value for Yellow Brass: $6.00
* Estimated value for U/C CU/AL Coils: $11.70
* Estimated value for Shred Steel: $96.00
* Estimated value for Unclean Aluminum: $6.60
* Estimated value for Clean Aluminum: $1.30
* Estimated value for Electric Motors: $1.00
The total estimated "should have been" value for your scrap metal is $205.70.
Comparing this to your actual payout of $119.75:
You could have potentially received an additional:
$205.70 (Estimated Total) - $119.75 (Receipt Total) = $85.95
This indicates a substantial difference, particularly in categories like Shred Steel, #2 Insulated Wire, and Brass, where the prices on your receipt were significantly lower than current national averages.