Las Vegas Dump Fees & Landfill Guide for Junk Removal Operators
Republic Services monopoly — Apex is the only MSW landfill in Clark County. Historical gate rate ~$37.54/ton. Budget $40–50/ton. Open 7 days.
Last updated: Mar 2026
~$37.54/ton (historical gate rate) – budget $40–50/ton for current commercial rates
Typical dump fee range
Fee basis
Per ton (weighed at scale) at Apex; call transfer stations for rate structure
Common materials
Biggest cost trap
Republic Services holds an exclusive franchise for MSW collection from Clark County businesses and owns the only MSW landfill (Apex). There is no alternative — zero competing landfills in the county. Some haulers drive 2.5 hours to Lincoln County to avoid Republic's pricing.
Typical Costs in Las Vegas
Baseline pricing before you dig into individual facilities.
MSW (Household Junk)
~$37.54/ton (historical) – budget $40–50/ton for 2026 commercial rates
Call (702) 599-5920 for current minimum
Basis: Per ton (weighed at scale)
infoLas Vegas has the most consolidated waste market of any major US metro. Republic Services owns Apex Regional Landfill — the largest landfill in the world by area at approximately 2,200 acres with capacity through 2482 — and holds an exclusive franchise for MSW collection from Clark County businesses. The posted historical gate rate was approximately $37.54/ton, but Republic does not publicly disclose current rates. Budget $40–50/ton and call (702) 599-5920 for current pricing. High-volume commercial accounts may negotiate lower rates, but the monopoly means limited negotiating power compared to competitive markets.
1Republic controls the only MSW landfill in Clark County — negotiate from volume, not from competition
2Transfer stations (Henderson and Cheyenne) save drive time versus going to Apex north of the Speedway
37-day landfill access including Sundays is a significant scheduling advantage over most metros
C&D (Construction & Demolition)
Call Apex for C&D rates — Republic handles most C&D in Clark County
Call (702) 599-5920
Basis: Per ton (weighed at scale)
infoUnlike other metros with robust networks of private C&D alternatives, Las Vegas has limited C&D disposal options outside Republic's Apex Landfill. Republic handles most C&D in Clark County. There are no independently operated C&D landfills comparable to what exists in Phoenix, Denver, or other Southwest metros. This lack of C&D alternatives makes material separation and diversion to scrap yards and recyclers even more important for margin control in the Vegas market.
Scrap Metal Revenue
Revenue — copper ~$4.80/lb, aluminum cans $0.50–$0.75/lb at local yards
N/A — scrap generates revenue
Basis: Per pound at scrap yards
infoWith higher-than-average disposal costs and no competitive alternatives, pulling metals from every load is essential in Las Vegas. SA Recycling operates three valley locations (Valley Dr, Losee Rd, Western Ave) and is the largest scrap operation in the market — they accept appliances, steel, copper, aluminum, brass, wire, and junk cars, with roll-off service available for commercial accounts. Champion Recycling is open 7 days (8 AM–4:30 PM) and handles steel, copper, brass, and aluminum. Nevada Recycling operates in both North Las Vegas and Henderson. Valid government-issued photo ID required to sell scrap in Nevada.
Casino & Hotel Renovation Work
Varies — premium revenue opportunity
N/A
Basis: Per job
infoLas Vegas Strip resorts generate massive amounts of waste during renovations — rooms, restaurants, and common areas cycle through remodels regularly. Hotels often have existing Republic contracts for general waste but need junk removal operators for furniture and fixture removal during remodels. This is a lucrative niche: high-volume, repeat work with corporate billing. The disposal cost on these loads is above-average due to volume, making per-ton rate negotiation with Republic critical for profitability on hotel projects.
Facilities in Las Vegas
Recommended facilities first, then additional options.
Top Recommended (3)
Apex Regional Landfill (Republic Services)
The ONLY MSW landfill in Clark County — open 7 days a week including SundaysRate
Not publicly posted — historical gate rate ~$37.54/ton for competitors (likely higher in 2026). Budget $40–50/ton. High-volume accounts may negotiate. Call (702) 599-5920.
Call for details
Hours
Mon–Sun 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (open 7 days/week)
Area
North Las Vegas (13550 N US Highway 93, Las Vegas, NV 89165 — north of the Speedway)
The largest landfill in the world by area — approximately 2,200 acres with capacity projected through 2482. Republic Services holds an exclusive franchise for MSW collection from Clark County businesses. This is the ONLY MSW landfill in Clark County — there are no alternatives. Some competitors drive 2.5 hours to Western Elite's landfill in Lincoln County to avoid Republic's rates, but this is not practical for junk removal operators. The 7-day schedule including Sundays is a real advantage — most metros close on Sundays. Located north of the Las Vegas Speedway on US-93. Budget accordingly and build disposal costs into every job quote.
Henderson Transfer Station (Republic Services)
South/east Valley convenience — closer than driving to Apex for Henderson, Green Valley, and southeast Las Vegas jobsRate
Call (702) 599-5920 or Republic Services for commercial rates
Call for details
Hours
Daily 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Area
Henderson (560 Cape Horn Dr, Henderson, NV 89011)
Republic Services-operated transfer station. Waste is consolidated here and trucked to Apex. Rates should be consistent with Apex gate pricing. More convenient than driving to Apex for operators working Henderson, Green Valley, and the southeast valley. Call ahead for commercial account setup. HHW collection operates at this location on a rotating Wed–Sat schedule — useful for batch-dropping hazardous items encountered during residential cleanouts.
Cheyenne Transfer Station (Republic Services)
North Las Vegas convenience — saves drive time to Apex for north valley jobsRate
Call (702) 599-5920 or Republic Services for commercial rates
Call for details
Hours
Daily 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Area
North Las Vegas (315 W Cheyenne Ave, North Las Vegas, NV 89030)
Republic Services-operated transfer station serving the north valley. Waste consolidated and trucked to Apex. Saves drive time versus going all the way to Apex for north Las Vegas, Summerlin, and northwest valley jobs. HHW collection rotates between this location and Henderson on a Wed–Sat schedule — always call first to confirm which site is active. Daily hours (7 AM–3 PM) including weekends.
Rules & Restrictions
Know before you go — avoid rejected loads and fines.
Republic Services holds the exclusive MSW franchise for Clark County businesses. Apex is the ONLY MSW landfill in the county — there are no competing disposal options for standard waste.
All loads must be covered/tarped. Desert heat and valley winds make loose items a highway hazard. Cover requirements are enforced at all facilities.
Valid government-issued photo ID is required to sell scrap metal in Nevada — keep ID in your truck at all times when visiting scrap yards.
Contact Republic Services at (702) 599-5920 to establish a commercial account for Apex and transfer station access. High-volume commitments may yield better per-ton pricing.
Republic operates HHW collection at Henderson and Cheyenne transfer stations on a rotating Wednesday–Saturday schedule. Call to confirm which site is active before hauling hazardous items.
Las Vegas does NOT have a standalone HHW facility — HHW collection rotates between the two transfer station locations. Always call first.
Republic's monopoly is the defining feature of the Las Vegas disposal market. With no competing MSW landfills in Clark County, operators have limited leverage on pricing. Budget $40–50/ton and build it firmly into every job quote.
Apex is open 7 days a week including Sundays — a significant scheduling advantage over most metros where all facilities close on Sundays. Use Sunday access for weekend overflow dumps.
Casino and hotel renovation work is a lucrative niche in Las Vegas. Strip resorts cycle through remodels regularly and need junk removal for furniture/fixture removal. Hotels often have existing Republic contracts but need specialized cleanout services.
Cost-Saving Tips
Margin protection playbook — sorting, timing, and routing.
Sorting Strategy
Scrap metal diversion is essential in Las Vegas — with above-average disposal costs and no competitive alternatives, pulling metals generates revenue instead of costing you per-ton fees. SA Recycling has three valley locations and offers roll-off service and commercial accounts. Champion Recycling is open 7 days.
Route usable furniture, appliances, and building materials to Habitat for Humanity ReStore (4580 W Sahara Ave, (702) 638-6477, Mon–Sat, donations until 3 PM). Second location at 3455 E Flamingo Rd (Tue–Sat). Free pickup available via lasvegashabitat.org/restore.
Separate all recyclable materials (cardboard, metals, plastics) from loads before disposal. Every pound diverted from the scale saves money in a monopoly market where you cannot negotiate a lower per-ton rate through competition.
Timing Strategy
Apex Landfill opens at 8:00 AM daily — later than most landfills in other metros. Transfer stations open at 7:00 AM. Plan first-load dump runs at transfer stations for the earliest start, then switch to Apex for larger loads later in the day.
Sunday access at Apex is unique — most metros have zero Sunday disposal options. Use Sundays to clear backlog from Saturday jobs without losing a weekday job slot.
Transfer stations close at 3:00 PM daily. Apex closes at 4:00 PM. For late-afternoon dump runs, route to Apex directly rather than a transfer station.
Routing Strategy
Henderson and southeast valley jobs: Henderson Transfer Station at 560 Cape Horn Dr saves the drive north to Apex. Combine with scrap metal drops at SA Recycling or Nevada Recycling in Henderson.
North Las Vegas, Summerlin, and northwest valley jobs: Cheyenne Transfer Station at 315 W Cheyenne Ave. Closer than driving to Apex for most north-side job locations.
Strip and central Las Vegas jobs: Route based on next job location — Henderson TS for south-bound routes, Cheyenne TS for north-bound routes. Apex only when load volume justifies the drive.
Best Practice
In a monopoly market, the only cost control lever is diversion — every pound you keep off Republic's scale goes straight to your bottom line. ScaleYourJunk logs dump fees per job automatically so you can track your actual disposal cost as a percentage of revenue. If you're above 11% of gross, you're losing margin to Republic's pricing. Use the data to identify which job types need more aggressive sorting and which routes should prioritize scrap yard and donation stops.
Monopoly Pricing Means Diversion Is Your Only Lever
ScaleYourJunk tracks disposal costs per job so you know exactly what Republic is costing you — and how much scrap metal and donation diversion saves.
Dump Fees in Las Vegas: FAQ
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FeatureLoad-Based Pricing Engine
Build accurate disposal costs into every quote with volume-based pricing tiers.
Monopoly Market = Every Pound on the Scale Matters
ScaleYourJunk logs disposal costs per job so you know exactly what Republic's pricing costs you — and where diversion saves the most.
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