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Seattle, WA · official rules checked October 28, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Seattle, WA

20 landfills and transfer stations and 59 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Seattle, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Seattle

Seattle Public Utilities: North and South transfer stations

Seattle's two transfer stations are North (1350 N. 34th St) and South (130 S. Kenyon St). Hours: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. seven days a week, except 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day; North is also closed July 4.

Rates as of April 1, 2026: garbage $37 minimum per trip (covers up to 420 lbs), then $174 per ton; clean yard waste or clean wood $25 minimum, then $132 per ton; tires only $16 per load (limit 4); appliances $34 each for up to 2. Recyclables are free.

Separate yard waste and clean wood from garbage to pay the lower rate. Pay by cash, check, Visa or MasterCard.

Sources: Seattle Public Utilities: Transfer Stations, Seattle Public Utilities: Transfer Station Rates. Checked October 28, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Seattle?

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

  • Official local rate: Rates as of April 1, 2026: garbage $37 minimum per trip (covers up to 420 lbs), then $174 per ton; clean yard waste or clean wood $25 minimum, then $132 per ton; tires only $16 per load (limit 4); appliances $34 each for up to 2.
  • 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

One price delivery, haul-away and disposal together

  • 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+)
  • Weight limits and extra-ton fees vary by company, so compare quotes
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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 Seattle

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Seattle. 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 (20)

Construction debris recycling (26)

Showing the 14 closest of 26. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (18)

Scrap metal & yard waste (15)

Showing the 14 closest of 15. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Seattle


Interactive map of 66 sites

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

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All 347 sites in Washington

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.

Seattle dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Seattle?

Measured from central Seattle, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is North Recycle and Disposal Station (Seattle), about 2.1 miles in a straight line. There are 20 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Seattle?

Per the official page we cite: Rates as of April 1, 2026: garbage $37 minimum per trip (covers up to 420 lbs), then $174 per ton; clean yard waste or clean wood $25 minimum, then $132 per ton; tires only $16 per load (limit 4); appliances $34 each for up to 2. 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 Seattle?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 0 C&D landfills, 26 C&D recyclers, 1 tire site, 17 electronics recyclers and 2 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

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

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.