Copper price today
The live copper price per pound, converted to major currencies, with price history and a calculator.
Copper price per unit
| Unit | USD | EUR | GBP | CHF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 pound | 6.45 | 5.78 | 4.82 | 5.31 |
| 1 kilogram | 14.23 | 12.74 | 10.62 | 11.71 |
| 1 metric tonne | 14,230.84 | 12,737.12 | 10,621.74 | 11,713.94 |
Copper price in USD per lb
History available since October 20, 2016.
Copper value calculator
Copper price over the last 10 days
| Date | Price (USD/lb) | 24h |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 | 6.45 | -1.53% |
| Oct 29, 2026 | 6.55 | -1.30% |
| Oct 28, 2026 | 6.64 | +0.29% |
| Oct 27, 2026 | 6.62 | +1.75% |
| Oct 26, 2026 | 6.51 | +0.48% |
| Oct 25, 2026 | 6.48 | +0.02% |
| Oct 24, 2026 | 6.48 | 0.00% |
| Oct 23, 2026 | 6.48 | +1.78% |
| Oct 22, 2026 | 6.36 | -2.76% |
| Oct 21, 2026 | 6.54 | -0.36% |
Frequently asked questions
How high is the copper price right now?
Currently one pound of copper costs 6.45 USD. That equals 14.23 USD per kilogram. We last updated this price on October 30, 2026 6:30 PM and it refreshes several times an hour.
Where does this copper price come from?
The price is based on the nearest futures contract (HG=F) as published by Yahoo Finance and may be delayed. Futures prices can differ slightly from the physical spot price.
How far has the copper price moved over the past year?
Measured in USD, the copper price moved +27.12% over the past year. Keep in mind that copper is traded in US dollars, so changes in the dollar rate also affect the price in other currencies.
Why is copper quoted per pound?
On the COMEX exchange in New York copper is quoted in US dollars per pound (0.4536 kg). A metric tonne equals 2,204.6 pounds, the unit used on the London Metal Exchange. Per kilogram the price works out at 14.23 USD.
What drives the copper price?
Industrial metal prices move with the economy: construction, manufacturing, electric vehicles and power grids drive demand. China is the largest buyer, so news from China moves prices. On the supply side, mine output, energy costs, export rules and inventories matter.
Can I invest in copper?
Private investors rarely buy physical copper. Typical options are exchange-traded commodities (ETCs), futures and shares of mining companies. These products carry costs and risks, such as tracking differences and currency risk. This is general information, not investment advice.
Precious metals: spot prices from currency-rates.github.io. Other commodities: price of the nearest futures contract via Yahoo Finance, which can be delayed. For information only, not investment advice.