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Raleigh, NC · official rules checked October 27, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Raleigh, NC

18 landfills and transfer stations and 20 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Raleigh, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Raleigh

Smaller job? Wake County convenience centers

Wake County runs 11 convenience centers. Household construction debris is accepted from homeowners only, with verification, at Sites 1, 2, 4, 7 and 11. Contractor waste and concrete, bricks and pavers are not accepted.

Oversized items that don't fit the containers can go to the South Wake Landfill at posted tipping fees. Wake County Solid Waste: 919-856-7400.

Sources: Wake County: Convenience Centers. Checked October 27, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Raleigh?

For a pickup load or two, hauling it yourself usually wins. Once a cleanout or remodel runs to several loads, a dumpster can cost less than your time, fuel and repeated gate fees.

Haul it yourself

Gate fee by weight, by load, or free for residents at some city sites

  • You need a truck or trailer, a way to cover and secure the load, and time for each round trip
  • Best for 1-2 pickup loads, yard waste, or single items like a mattress or appliance
  • Resident-only sites usually ask for ID or proof of address
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Rent a dumpster

$270 - $465 prices Raleigh companies publish

  • 10 yard: $270 (1 company)
  • 15 yard: $325 - $375 (2 companies)
  • 20 yard: $380 - $400 (3 companies)
  • 30 yard: $450 - $465 (2 companies)
  • Dropped at your driveway; you load at your own pace, then it's hauled away
  • Best for several pickup loads: a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads and a 20 yard about 6 (redbox+)
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Pickup-load capacity: redbox+ Greensboro size guide. Dumpster prices are the ones local companies publish, collected on our city pages with a source link for each.

Sites within 20 miles of Raleigh

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Raleigh. Listings come from EPA and state records; a green "Listed by" link appears where an official city or county page names that address.

Landfills & transfer stations (18)

Construction debris recycling (2)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (8)

Scrap metal & yard waste (10)

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Raleigh


Interactive map of 38 sites

Pins use the coordinates in the EPA records. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What to do with special items

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All 396 sites in North Carolina

Facility data: EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (DDRT) (downloaded October 28, 2026; EPA Data License) and EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) landfill data, which we use to drop landfills LMOP lists as closed. Each listing names the state or national source EPA compiled it from and that record's date where given. Search uses U.S. Census Bureau 2024 Gazetteer centroids. Last checked October 28, 2026.

Rules and fees change, and not every site takes the public. Listings come from EPA and state agency records, not from the operators. Some sites accept only commercial haulers, residents, or certain materials, and hours change with holidays and weather. Call or check the operator's official page before you load the truck. Dumpster Price Map is independent and not affiliated with any facility or government agency. Spot an error? Tell us.

Raleigh dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Raleigh?

Measured from central Raleigh, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Raleigh, City of East Wake Transfer Station (Raleigh), about 5.2 miles in a straight line. There are 18 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Raleigh?

We didn't find one published public rate for the area. Fees differ by site and change, so check the operator's page or call before you load up.

Where can I take construction debris, tires or electronics near Raleigh?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 4 C&D landfills, 5 C&D recyclers, 2 tire sites, 4 electronics recyclers and 4 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

Should I rent a dumpster instead of going to the dump in Raleigh?

If you have more than a couple of pickup loads, a dumpster usually saves trips: redbox+ says a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads. Our Raleigh dumpster page lists the prices local companies publish.