October 2, 2025
Cash in on Cans: Your Guide to Recycling for Profit
You can earn money by recycling aluminum cans, with prices fluctuating between $0.02 and $2.00 per pound as of January 2024, varying by location (highest in Western states). Roughly 32 cans make a pound, and at an average price, you could earn around $20 for 1,000 cans. Some states offer “bottle bills” with deposits up to 15 cents per can. Beyond cans, scrap yards also pay
