When is trash day in Portland, OR?

Garbage collected every other week; recycling and compost collected weekly. Set bins out the night before if temps reach 95°F+ (early pickup allowed).

When is bulk pickup in Portland, OR?

On-demand curbside pickup; hauler must pick up within 7 days of request per City rules Contact your garbage company directly to get a cost estimate and pick-up date; call at least a week in advance. Renters must request through their landlord (the account holder).

How much does bulk pickup cost in Portland?

City-set rates effective July 1, 2026: $18 flat pickup fee per trip, plus per-item fees — extra large $29, large $21, medium $14, small $10, appliances & e-waste $6, coolant-containing items (refrigerator, freezer, portable A/C) $51

What items are accepted for bulk pickup in Portland?

furniture, mattresses, appliances, electronics, large branches, stumps, oversized items not fitting in garbage rollcart

Where can I dump trash near Portland?

Metro Central Transfer Station (6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210); Metro South Transfer Station (2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045)

Where do I take hazardous waste in Portland?

Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste (6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210); Metro South Household Hazardous Waste (2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045)

Trash, bulk pickup & dump guide for Portland, OR

Bulk pickup schedules, landfill hours and fees, and hazardous waste drop-offs for Portland residents — from official city and county sources.

Garbage collected every other week; recycling and compost collected weekly. Set bins out the night before if temps reach 95°F+ (early pickup allowed).
On-demand curbside pickup; hauler must pick up within 7 days of request per City rules
City-set rates effective July 1, 2026: $18 flat pickup fee per trip, plus per-item fees — extra large $29, large $21, medium $14, small $10, appliances & e-waste $6, coolant-containing items (refrigerator, freezer, portable A/C) $51
City of Portland — Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (franchised haulers); Metro (regional government transfer stations)

At a glance: Portland

Trash day: Garbage collected every other week; recycling and compost collected weekly. Set bins out the night before if temps reach 95°F+ (early pickup allowed).
Bulk pickup: On-demand curbside pickup; hauler must pick up within 7 days of request per City rules
Bulk cost: City-set rates effective July 1, 2026: $18 flat pickup fee per trip, plus per-item fees — extra large $29, large $21, medium $14, small $10, appliances & e-waste $6, coolant-containing items (refrigerator, freezer, portable A/C) $51
Dump: Metro Central Transfer Station
Hazardous waste: Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste

Trash day
Bulk pickup
Dumps
Hazardous waste
FAQ

Regular trash day

Schedule: Garbage collected every other week; recycling and compost collected weekly. Set bins out the night before if temps reach 95°F+ (early pickup allowed).

Official source: efiles.portlandoregon.gov

Bulk & large-item pickup

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Official source: portland.gov

Landfills, transfer stations & drop-offs

Name	Type	Address	Hours	Fees
Metro Central Transfer Station	transfer-station	6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210	Daily 8am–5pm; closed Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's	Garbage: $51 minimum, $176.70/ton; loads up to 240 lbs pay minimum + $30 transaction fee at staffed scales; clean yard debris $37 min / $56 per ton; uncovered loads +$25/ton
Phone (503) 234-3000 Accepted household trash, broken furniture, clean/engineered wood, recyclables (free), appliances (non-coolant, free), electronics (free), motor oil and antifreeze (free), mattresses/box springs (up to 4/day free) Not accepted vehicles, asbestos, burned materials/wildfire ash, flat roofing, liquids, petroleum-contaminated soil, radioactive metals, EV batteries Official source: oregonmetro.gov
Metro South Transfer Station	transfer-station	2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045	—	Garbage: $51 minimum, $176.70/ton; loads up to 240 lbs pay minimum + $30 transaction fee at staffed scales; clean yard debris $37 min / $56 per ton
Phone (503) 234-3000 Accepted household trash, broken furniture, clean wood, yard debris, organics/compost, recyclables (free), appliances (non-coolant, free), electronics (free), boats/campers (restrictions), Christmas trees Not accepted vehicles, asbestos, burned materials/wildfire ash, flat roofing, liquids, petroleum-contaminated soil, radioactive metals, EV batteries Official source: oregonmetro.gov

Household hazardous waste

Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste

Address: 6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Phone: (503) 234-3000
Hours: Mon–Sat 9am–4pm; closed Sunday

Official source: oregonmetro.gov

Metro South Household Hazardous Waste

Address: 2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045
Phone: (503) 234-3000
Hours: Daily 9am–4pm

Official source: oregonmetro.gov

Accepted

paint
motor oil
antifreeze
pesticides
herbicides
pool/spa chemicals
thinners
solvents
household cleaners
batteries
art/hobby chemicals
aerosols
sharps (in FDA-cleared containers)
propane tanks
fluorescent bulbs/tubes
mercury thermometers/thermostats

Official source: oregonmetro.gov

Portland has no city-run landfill; residential disposal runs through franchised haulers and Metro (regional government) transfer stations. Household hazardous waste disposal is free for households up to 35 gallons by container size; businesses must apply, make an appointment, and pay. Bulky waste pickup rates are set by the City and charged by the hauler.

Frequently asked questions

When is trash day in Portland, OR?: Garbage collected every other week; recycling and compost collected weekly. Set bins out the night before if temps reach 95°F+ (early pickup allowed).
When is bulk pickup in Portland, OR?: On-demand curbside pickup; hauler must pick up within 7 days of request per City rules Contact your garbage company directly to get a cost estimate and pick-up date; call at least a week in advance. Renters must request through their landlord (the account holder).
How much does bulk pickup cost in Portland?: City-set rates effective July 1, 2026: $18 flat pickup fee per trip, plus per-item fees — extra large $29, large $21, medium $14, small $10, appliances & e-waste $6, coolant-containing items (refrigerator, freezer, portable A/C) $51
What items are accepted for bulk pickup in Portland?: furniture, mattresses, appliances, electronics, large branches, stumps, oversized items not fitting in garbage rollcart
Where can I dump trash near Portland?: Metro Central Transfer Station (6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210); Metro South Transfer Station (2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045)
Where do I take hazardous waste in Portland?: Metro Central Household Hazardous Waste (6161 NW 61st Ave, Portland, OR 97210); Metro South Household Hazardous Waste (2001 Washington St, Oregon City, OR 97045)

Last checked 2026-10-07. Schedules and fees change — confirm on the official city page before hauling.