Phoenix Dump Fees & Landfill Guide for Junk Removal Operators
City of Phoenix transfer stations at $55/ton with $40 minimum. Maricopa County at $6–$12/load. Salt River Landfill at $60/ton. 7+ facilities mapped.
Last updated: Mar 2026
$6/load (Maricopa County car) – $60/ton (Salt River Landfill)
Typical dump fee range
Fee basis
Per ton at City and Salt River facilities, flat per-vehicle at Maricopa County
Common materials
Biggest cost trap
City of Phoenix transfer stations require cash for the entry deposit — credit/debit cards are not accepted for deposits due to bank policy. Operators who show up without cash cannot enter. Also, a proposed rate increase may take effect July 1, 2026.
Typical Costs in Phoenix
Baseline pricing before you dig into individual facilities.
MSW (Household Junk)
$40 minimum (City small load) – $60/ton (Salt River Landfill)
$40 flat for vehicles with GVW ≤6,000 lbs at City transfer stations
Basis: Per ton at City and Salt River; flat per-vehicle at Maricopa County
infoCity of Phoenix operates two transfer stations (27th Avenue and North Gateway) with identical pricing at $55/ton and a $40 minimum. Small loads from vehicles with GVW 6,000 lbs or less pay a flat $40. Salt River Landfill on tribal land charges $60/ton with a $30 minimum. WM's Northwest Regional Landfill in Surprise and Butterfield Station Landfill near Maricopa do not publish rates — call for commercial pricing. Republic Services' Phoenix Transfer Station also does not publish rates. Maricopa County transfer stations offer the lowest small-load rates in the metro at $6–$12 per load but operate on limited schedules.
1City of Phoenix transfer stations at $55/ton beat Salt River's $60/ton for commercial tonnage — the $5/ton savings adds up on full truckloads
2Maricopa County Cave Creek transfer station charges only $6–$12 per load for small vehicles — cheapest option for single-item pickups
3Certified green organics rate of $32/ton at City stations is a 42% savings versus the $55/ton MSW rate for vegetation-only loads
Green Waste & Organics
$32/ton (certified) – $37/ton (non-certified) at City transfer stations
$40 minimum applies
Basis: Per ton
infoCity of Phoenix transfer stations offer a certified green organics rate of $32/ton — a 42% savings versus the $55/ton standard MSW rate. Non-certified green organics cost $37/ton. To qualify for the $32 rate, operators must enroll in the City's Certified Green Organics Program. For operators who regularly haul yard waste (estate cleanouts, landscape jobs, storm debris), this certification pays for itself quickly. Salt River Landfill charges $60/ton for green waste with no discount. Rejected green waste at Salt River (palms, cactus, oleanders, bamboo, grass, sod) costs $70/ton.
Specialty Items & Surcharges
$8/appliance (Maricopa County) – $50 penalty (uncut boats/spas at City stations)
$8 per item at Maricopa County
Basis: Per item
infoCity of Phoenix transfer stations: Freon appliances $20/unit (first 1 free/year for residents), CRTs $20/unit (first 2 free for residents), unsecured load fee $20/load, special handling $50–$250, boats/spas not cut into fourths incur a $50 penalty. Commercial tires are NOT accepted at City facilities. Salt River Landfill: Freon surcharge $30 on top of $60/ton weight fees, special handling $30 (small) to $150 (large bulk items), untarped loads $20 flat plus gate rate. Tires NOT accepted at Salt River. Maricopa County: appliances $8/each, CRTs $21/each, furniture/mattress $8/item. Scrap metal FREE at Maricopa County.
Flat-Rate Small Loads (Maricopa County)
$6/car load – $26.75/pickup green waste
$2 per 30-gallon bag
Basis: Per vehicle/load (flat rate)
infoMaricopa County transfer stations (Cave Creek, New River, Rainbow Valley, Hassayampa, Morristown) offer the cheapest small-load disposal in the Phoenix metro with flat per-vehicle pricing: cars $6, vans/SUVs $9, pickup trucks (below cab) $12, 10-ft trailers $12, bagged trash $2/bag. Green waste pickups cost $26.75. Furniture, sofas, chairs, and mattresses cost $8/item. All appliances $8/each. Scrap metal is FREE. Debit and credit cards only — no cash accepted since October 2019. Cave Creek location operates Wed–Sat 7:00 AM–4:30 PM — limited schedule compared to City stations.
Facilities in Phoenix
Recommended facilities first, then additional options.
Top Recommended (3)
27th Avenue Transfer Station (City of Phoenix)
Primary MSW disposal for central and south Phoenix — lowest verified per-ton rate at $55/ton with published fee scheduleRate
MSW: $55.00/ton, $40.00 minimum. Small load (GVW ≤6,000 lbs): $40.00 flat. Certified green organics: $32.00/ton. Non-certified green organics: $37.00/ton. Freon appliance: $20/unit. CRT: $20/unit. Unsecured load: $20. Rates from May 2023 — call to confirm current.
$40.00
Hours
Mon–Fri 5:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Closed Sun
Area
South Phoenix (3060 S. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85009)
City of Phoenix-operated transfer station and materials recovery facility (MRF). All waste is transferred to the SR 85 Landfill (not open to the public) approximately 60 miles west. The $55/ton rate beats Salt River's $60/ton for commercial tonnage. CRITICAL: cash is required for the entry deposit — credit/debit cards are NOT accepted for deposits due to bank policy. Credit/debit accepted for final payment. Commercial operators must obtain an Express Exit Disposal Permit Decal ($1,000 minimum bond or cash deposit) — speeds entry/exit significantly. Contact (602) 262-6251 or solid.waste@phoenix.gov. All loads must be covered ($20 unsecured load fee). Commercial tires NOT accepted. A multi-year rate increase has been proposed, potentially effective July 1, 2026.
North Gateway Transfer Station (City of Phoenix)
North Phoenix and Scottsdale corridor — identical pricing to 27th Avenue at $55/tonRate
Same as 27th Avenue: MSW $55.00/ton, $40.00 minimum. Certified green organics $32.00/ton. Call to confirm current rates.
$40.00
Hours
Mon–Fri 5:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Closed Sun
Area
North Phoenix (30205 N. Black Canyon Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85085)
Identical pricing and policies to the 27th Avenue station. Located on the north end of Phoenix along Black Canyon Highway — convenient for operators working north Phoenix, north Scottsdale, and the I-17 corridor. Same Express Exit Permit requirement, same cash-for-deposit rule, same covered-load requirement. Use whichever station is closer to your job route — the rates are identical.
Salt River Landfill (SRPMIC)
Convenient for east Valley jobs (Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe) with Saturday hours until 3:30 PMRate
MSW: $60.00/ton, $30 minimum. Green waste: $60.00/ton, $30 min. Rejected green waste: $70.00/ton, $35 min. Freon surcharge: $30/unit on top of weight fees. Bulk items: $30 small / $150 large + weight. Untarped loads: $20 flat + gate rate.
$30.00
Hours
Mon–Fri 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Closed Sun
Area
Scottsdale (4660 N. Beeline Highway/SR 87, Scottsdale, AZ 85256 — Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community)
Tribal-operated landfill on sovereign land — federal/tribal regulations may supersede Arizona state law. At $60/ton, it costs $5/ton more than City stations but offers a convenient location for east Valley jobs (Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe). Saturday hours extend to 3:30 PM — 30 minutes longer than City stations. The $30 minimum is lower than City's $40 minimum, making it cheaper for very small loads. Entry deposit equals 20% of gross vehicle weight (applied to tare on exit). Tires, boats, and mobile homes are NOT accepted. Contact management for commercial pricing — Scottsdale and Mesa residents have special programs through city contracts.
Rules & Restrictions
Know before you go — avoid rejected loads and fines.
Commercial tires are NOT accepted at City of Phoenix transfer stations. Tires are also not accepted at Salt River Landfill. Route tires to dedicated tire recyclers or Maricopa County stations (limit 5/visit, off rim).
All loads must be covered at all Phoenix-area facilities — $20 unsecured load fee at City stations and Salt River. City stations also charge $50–$250 for special handling and a $50 penalty for boats/spas not cut into fourths.
City of Phoenix SR 85 Landfill is NOT open to the public — all waste must go through the 27th Avenue or North Gateway transfer stations. Operators cannot direct-haul to the landfill.
City of Phoenix Express Exit Disposal Permit Decal required for each commercial vehicle — $1,000 minimum bond or cash deposit. Significantly speeds entry and exit. Contact (602) 262-6251 or solid.waste@phoenix.gov.
CASH required for entry deposit at City of Phoenix transfer stations — credit/debit cards NOT accepted for deposits per bank policy. Credit/debit accepted for final payment only.
Enroll in the City of Phoenix Certified Green Organics Program to access the $32/ton rate (versus $55/ton MSW) for vegetation-only loads. Significant savings for operators hauling yard waste regularly.
Phoenix has the most transparent municipal disposal pricing of any major metro — City transfer stations publish a complete rate schedule. Use this as your baseline for comparing unpublished WM and Republic rates.
Salt River Landfill operates on tribal sovereign land (Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community) — federal/tribal regulations may supersede Arizona state law. Distinct regulatory framework.
Summer temperatures exceed 115°F — some facilities may adjust hours during extreme heat events. Maricopa County operates additional transfer stations at New River, Rainbow Valley, Hassayampa, and Morristown with similar flat-rate pricing.
Cost-Saving Tips
Margin protection playbook — sorting, timing, and routing.
Sorting Strategy
Enroll in the City of Phoenix Certified Green Organics Program to drop your yard waste disposal rate from $55/ton to $32/ton — a 42% savings. For operators doing regular landscape and estate cleanout jobs, this certification pays for itself on the first few loads.
Sell scrap metal at I Buy Scrap Metal Recycling (East Valley: 1110 E Gilbert Dr, Tempe, (480) 907-6978, 7 days; West Valley: 940 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix, (602) 276-9414, Mon–Sat) or Davis Metals & Salvage ((602) 267-7208). Copper at approximately $4.80/lb and brass at approximately $1.60/lb make metal separation highly profitable in Phoenix.
Donate usable furniture, appliances, and building materials to Habitat for Humanity ReStore (115 E Watkins St, Phoenix, (623) 551-6000, Mon–Sat 9 AM–7 PM). Free pickup and deconstruction services available. Mattresses typically not accepted. Additional locations at 4344 W Indian School Rd and 3210 S McClintock Dr, Tempe.
Timing Strategy
Republic Services Transfer Station opens at 5:00 AM — 30 minutes before City stations. For the earliest possible dump window, route first loads to 1500 S 7th Street.
Mid-week Tuesday through Thursday has the lowest traffic at City transfer stations. Avoid Saturdays and first/last days of the month when residential free-dump usage spikes.
Salt River Landfill Saturday hours extend to 3:30 PM — 30 minutes longer than City stations (3:00 PM). Use Salt River for Saturday afternoon overflow from east Valley jobs.
Routing Strategy
Central and south Phoenix jobs: 27th Avenue Transfer Station at 3060 S 27th Avenue ($55/ton, $40 minimum). The most central disposal option for city-core routes.
North Phoenix, Scottsdale, I-17 corridor: North Gateway Transfer Station at 30205 N Black Canyon Hwy (identical $55/ton pricing). Avoids the drive south to 27th Avenue.
East Valley jobs (Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe): Salt River Landfill at 4660 N Beeline Highway ($60/ton, $30 minimum). The $5/ton premium versus City stations is offset by the closer location and lower minimum charge for smaller loads.
Best Practice
Phoenix offers the most transparent municipal pricing of any major metro — City transfer stations at $55/ton give you a clear baseline for comparing WM, Republic, and tribal facility rates. ScaleYourJunk logs dump fees per job automatically so you can track whether the convenience of Salt River's location or Maricopa County's flat-rate pricing actually saves money versus City stations on your specific job mix.
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