scrap metal

'scrap metal' receives 110,000 monthly searches globally. That's strong demand without overwhelming competition, which is an attractive combination for sellers. Most of this demand (45%) comes from United States.

There are 5,709 Etsy listings competing for 'scrap metal'. Relative to the search demand, that's low saturation. Well-optimized listings can rank on the first page without needing an extensive sales history — this is the kind of keyword where newer shops can gain a foothold.

'scrap metal' has a keyword difficulty of 21/100 (easy). Combined with a median product price of $69.89, this is a strong opportunity — low competition and a price point that supports healthy margins.

Prices for 'scrap metal' products range from $7 to $6500. The median is $69.89 and the average is $396.66. The gap between average and median tells you there are outliers pulling the average up — the median is a more reliable benchmark for what most buyers actually pay. 43% of listings fall in the $100+ range, which is where most buyer expectations are set. With less competition, you have more pricing flexibility. Buyers searching this keyword may be willing to pay a premium if your product offers clear quality signals.

United States generates 45% of searches for 'scrap metal'.

Since 'scrap metal' is a broad, short keyword, Etsy will match it against thousands of listings. Your title needs to lead with this keyword followed by descriptive modifiers that signal exactly what you sell. Given the low difficulty, a complete listing with good photos and all 13 tags filled should be enough to reach the first page. Focus on getting your first few sales and reviews to lock in your position. Good supporting tags to use alongside 'scrap metal' include 'scrap metal art' and 'metal sculpture'.

The cost per click for 'scrap metal' is $1.96. Low advertiser activity combined with low organic competition suggests this keyword may be overlooked by larger sellers. That's often where the best opportunities are — less noise, more targeted buyers.

Search volume held steady between September 2025 and August 2026. Consistent demand makes this keyword predictable to plan around. You can stock inventory and schedule listing renewals without worrying about sudden traffic swings. Search interest was highest around March 2026.