Las Vegas Dump Fees & Landfill Guide for Junk Removal Operators

Las 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.

• Republic controls the only MSW landfill in Clark County — negotiate from volume, not from competition
• Transfer stations (Henderson and Cheyenne) save drive time versus going to Apex north of the Speedway
• 7-day landfill access including Sundays is a significant scheduling advantage over most metros

Unlike 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.

With 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.

Las 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.

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.

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.

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.