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Minneapolis-St. Paul Dump Fees & Disposal Guide for Junk Removal Operators

Current 2026 tipping fees for Twin Cities landfills, transfer stations, and drop-off facilities. MSW from $77–$150/ton plus Minnesota's 17% solid waste tax.

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Last updated: Mar 2026

At a Glance

Fee range

$52–$150/ton (before 17% state tax on residential MSW)

Per ton at all facilities — Minnesota adds 17% solid waste management tax on residential MSW and $2/ton on C&D

Facilities listed
7+
Cheapest C&D
$52/ton
State tax on MSW
17%
Drop-off centers
3
  • MSW
  • C&D
  • Shingles
  • Appliances
  • Mattresses
  • Tires

Biggest cost trap: HERC's 2026 non-contract gate rate jumped to $150/ton — and the facility is on a closure trajectory (target 2027–2033). When it shuts down, 365,000 tons/year will redirect to landfills, pushing regional rates up.

Disposal costs

Typical Costs in Minneapolis-St. Paul

Baseline pricing before you dig into individual facilities.

MSW (Household Junk)

$77–$150/ton + 17% state tax

Minimum
$40 minimum at Minneapolis South Transfer · $101 minimum at Dem-Con
Basis
Per ton at all facilities — Minnesota's 17% solid waste management tax applies to all residential MSW
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HERC's non-contract gate rate is $150/ton in 2026 (up from $105) — this is the ceiling. Dem-Con at $101/ton + 17% tax is the most transparent private option. Private landfill rates (WM, Republic) are estimated at $50⁠–⁠$80/ton but not publicly posted.

  • Dem-Con Shakopee at $101/ton is the only private facility publishing detailed rates — use this as your negotiating baseline
  • Hennepin County drop-off facilities offer free disposal for scrap metal, batteries, electronics peripherals, and HHW
  • C&D at Dem-Con is $52/ton versus $101+/ton for MSW — always sort construction debris separately

C&D (Construction & Demolition)

$52–$122/ton

Minimum
$77 minimum at Dem-Con
Basis
Per ton — C&D is taxed at only $2/ton versus 17% on residential MSW
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Minneapolis South Transfer Station charges $122.05/ton for C&D-only loads — Dem-Con at $52/ton is less than half. The $2/ton state tax on C&D versus 17% on MSW makes sorting even more valuable in Minnesota than other states.

Bulky Items & Surcharges

$15–$110 per item

Minimum
$15/unit for standard appliances at Hennepin County
Basis
Per item
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Dem-Con charges $40/mattress, $35/residential appliance, $110/commercial appliance, $80/hot tub, and $65/large electronics (TV over 32 inches). Hennepin County drop-offs are cheaper: $15/unit for most appliances, $25/mattress, $10/TV. Route bulky items to county facilities when possible.

Specialty Items

$5–$110 per item

Minimum
$5/tire at Hennepin County drop-off
Basis
Per item
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Dem-Con tire fees: $16 passenger, $26 commercial, $55 tractor. Boat hulls: $110 (engine and gas tank must be removed). Small engines: $32.50 (drain all liquids). Gas-powered appliances at Hennepin County: $30/unit versus $15 for standard. Factor these specialty surcharges into your quoting.

Local guide

Facilities in Minneapolis-St. Paul

Recommended facilities first, then additional options.

Top recommended (4)

Dem-Con Companies (Shakopee)

Most transparent private pricing in the Twin Cities — published rate card with detailed per-item fees

  • MSW
  • C&D
  • Shingles
  • Creosote timber
  • Furniture
  • Mattresses/box springs
  • Appliances (residential and commercial)
  • Electronics
  • Tires
  • Hot tubs
  • Boat hulls
  • Small engines
Rate
MSW: $101.00/ton + 17% tax · C&D: $52.00/ton + $2/ton tax · Shingles: $37.00/ton + tax · Mattresses: $40.00 + tax each · Appliances: $35.00 (residential) / $110.00 (commercial)
Minimum
MSW: $101.00 + tax · C&D/Shingles: $77.00 + tax
Hours
Apr–Nov: Mon–Fri 6:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Sat 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Dec–Mar: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Sat CLOSED
Area
Shakopee / Scott County (3230 W. 130th Street, Shakopee, MN 55379)
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Third-generation family-owned since 1965. The only private facility in the Twin Cities publishing a full rate card — use these as your baseline when negotiating elsewhere. C&D at $52/ton is the cheapest construction debris rate in the metro by a significant margin. Operates a landfill, recycling center, MRF, MSW transfer station, and anaerobic digester on one site. Seasonal hours: no Saturday access December through March. Dumpster/roll-off service available at (763) 780-0404. Industrial and C&D disposal accounts at (952) 224-7111.

Materials accepted: MSW ($101/ton + 17% tax), C&D ($52/ton + $2/ton tax), Shingles ($37/ton + tax), Creosote timber ($60/ton + tax), Small furniture ($32 + tax), Bulky furniture ($52 + tax — pool tables, pianos, sectionals, exercise equipment), Mattresses/box springs ($40 + tax each), Residential appliances ($35 — fridge, washer, dryer, grill, water heater, microwave), Commercial appliances ($110 — restaurant, vending machines), Large electronics >32" ($65), Medium electronics 20⁠–⁠32" ($45), Small electronics <20" ($30), Tube TVs ($45⁠–⁠$85 depending on size), Passenger tires ($16), Commercial tires ($26), Tractor tires ($55), Hot tubs ($80 + tax), Boat hulls ($110, engine/gas tank removed), Small engines ($32.50, drain liquids)

Documentation needed: Commercial account available — call (952) 224-7111 for industrial/C&D; Dumpster rentals: (763) 780-0404

Surcharges: Minnesota 17% solid waste management tax on residential MSW; $2/ton state tax on C&D; Yard waste NOT accepted

Hennepin County Brooklyn Park Transfer Station & Recycling Center

Cheapest disposal for appliances, electronics, mattresses, tires, and HHW — county-run with published rates well below private facilities

  • Appliances
  • Refrigerators/freezers
  • Mattresses/box springs
  • Electronics (TVs, monitors, laptops)
  • Computer peripherals/phones (free)
  • Tires
  • Batteries (free)
  • Scrap metal (free)
  • Cardboard (free)
  • HHW (free)
  • Organics (free)
  • Propane cylinders (free)
Rate
Appliances: $15/unit · Gas appliances: $30/unit · Full-size fridge/freezer: $30/unit · Half-size fridge: $15/unit · Mattresses: $25/piece · Electronics: $10/unit · Tires: $5 each · Scrap metal/batteries/HHW/organics: FREE
Minimum
No minimum
Hours
Tue–Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Closed Sun, Mon, and holidays
Area
Brooklyn Park (8100 Jefferson Highway, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445)
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County-operated facility with the best per-item rates in the metro. Mattresses are $25 here versus $40 at Dem-Con. Appliances are $15 versus $35. Free disposal for scrap metal, batteries, computer peripherals, cardboard, organics, lightbulbs, HHW, cords, and needles/sharps. Hennepin County residents only (proof required) but HHW accepted from seven metro counties. Small businesses in Hennepin County can drop off cardboard, scrap metal, recycling, and organics (one pickup truck load per week). Factory split box springs count as 2 pieces. Tire limit: 16 per load, 32 per year, under 4 ft diameter.

Materials accepted: Appliances ($15/unit), Gas-powered appliances ($30/unit), Full-size fridge/freezer ($30/unit), Half-size fridge/freezer ($15/unit), Mattresses/box springs ($25/piece), Electronics — TVs, monitors, laptops ($10/unit), Computer peripherals, phones, audio/video (FREE), Tires ($5 each, limit 16/load), Scrap metal (FREE), Batteries (FREE), Cardboard (FREE), Organics (FREE), Lightbulbs (FREE), HHW — paint, solvents, auto fluids, propane (FREE), Needles/sharps (FREE, special prep)

Documentation needed: Hennepin County residency proof required; HHW accepted from Hennepin, Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties

Surcharges: Factory split box springs count as 2 pieces; Tire limit: 16/load, 32/year, under 4 ft diameter, no commercial/bicycle tires

South Hennepin Recycling & Problem Waste Drop-off (Bloomington)

South metro drop-off for recycling, HHW, and problem waste — same rates as Brooklyn Park except no mattress drop-off

  • Appliances
  • Electronics
  • Tires
  • Batteries (free)
  • Scrap metal (free)
  • HHW (free)
  • Organics (free)
Rate
Appliances: $15/unit · Electronics: $10/unit · Tires: $5 each · Scrap metal/batteries/HHW: FREE
Minimum
No minimum
Hours
Tue–Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Closed Sun, Mon, and holidays
Area
Bloomington (1400 West 96th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431)
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Same pricing and services as Brooklyn Park with one key exception: NO mattress or box spring drop-off at this location. Route mattress loads to Brooklyn Park instead. Good for south metro operators working Bloomington, Richfield, Edina, and south Minneapolis. Limited to one pickup truck load of cardboard per visit for small businesses.

J.R.'s Advanced Recyclers

Best scrap metal rates in the Twin Cities — aluminum cans at $0.70/lb and auto rims at $1.00/lb

  • Aluminum (cans, rims, extrusions, siding, pans)
  • Copper (bare bright, #1, #2)
  • Brass
  • Stainless steel
  • Iron/steel
  • Lead
  • Appliances (no Freon)
  • Auto batteries
Rate
Aluminum cans $0.70/lb · Aluminum auto rims $1.00/lb · Other aluminum $0.50⁠–⁠$0.85/lb · Copper/brass: call for current rates · Auto batteries: call for rate
Minimum
No minimum listed
Hours
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Area
Minneapolis (exact address — call for location details)
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Locally owned scrap yard with strong aluminum pricing. Aluminum cans at $0.70/lb is well above national averages. Auto rims at $1.00/lb make them worth pulling from every vehicle demolition or cleanout. Saturday hours (8 AM–noon only) can get packed — go early or stick to weekday drop-offs. Call ahead for copper and brass pricing, which fluctuates daily with commodity markets.

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Minneapolis South Transfer Station

City of Minneapolis garbage/water service customers only — not available to private haulers without city accounts

  • MSW
  • C&D
  • Appliances
  • Electronics
  • Mattresses/box springs
  • Tires
Rate
MSW mixed loads: $117.86/ton · C&D only: $122.05/ton · Appliances/electronics/mattresses: $25/unit · Tires: $6⁠–⁠$25 depending on size
Minimum
$40 minimum · $15 administrative fee
Hours
Tue–Fri 12:30 PM – 7:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Closed Sun–Mon
Area
South Minneapolis (2850 20th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407)
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City-operated facility restricted to Minneapolis garbage or water service customers. All fees billed to your utility account — cash, checks, and credit cards are NOT accepted on-site. Voucher holders (city garbage service customers) get up to 2,000 lbs with overage at $41/ton. C&D at $122.05/ton is the most expensive C&D rate in the metro — route construction debris to Dem-Con at $52/ton instead. Useful only if you have a city utility account and are running small residential loads within Minneapolis city limits.

Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC)

Licensed haulers only — waste-to-energy facility in active wind-down. Avoid unless you have an existing contract.

  • MSW only — no C&D, no green waste, no tires, no appliances, no e-waste
Rate
Contract haulers: $77/ton (2025 rate) · Non-contract gate rate: $150/ton (2026) · Minnesota 17% solid waste tax applies
Minimum
Weight-based, no flat minimum
Hours
Scheduled deliveries from licensed haulers only — not open to public drop-off
Area
Downtown Minneapolis (505 6th Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55403)
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Waste-to-energy incinerator processing up to 365,000 tons per year, generating approximately 200,000 MWh of electricity. Still operating as of February 2026 but on an active closure trajectory — Hennepin County board voted unanimously in October 2023 to develop a closure plan, and Minneapolis City Council urged shutdown by end of 2027. The 2026 non-contract gate rate of $150/ton (up from $105) signals the county is discouraging new haulers. Licensed haulers only — vehicles must display County-issued Vehicle Identification decals. Penalty fees for prohibited items found in loads. Do NOT route trucks here without an existing contract.

Pine Bend Landfill (Republic Services)

Largest active landfill in Minnesota — Republic account holders running full truckloads from the south metro

  • MSW
  • C&D
  • General waste
Rate
Call (651) 457-2778 — estimated $50⁠–⁠$80/ton based on regional benchmarks
Minimum
1-ton pricing minimum — customers under 1 ton pay the 1-ton rate
Hours
Call (651) 457-2778 for current hours
Area
Inver Grove Heights / Dakota County (2495 117th St E, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55075)
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Largest open landfill in Minnesota at 255 acres, operating since 1971. Former Superfund site (delisted 1998). Currently undergoing an 85-foot vertical expansion adding approximately 8.2 million cubic yards, extending life through 2045. Has a renewable natural gas facility capturing landfill methane. The 1-ton minimum pricing means small loads are uneconomical here — use Hennepin County drop-offs or Dem-Con for loads under 1 ton. Republic account required — contact for setup.

Operations

Rules & Restrictions

Know before you go — avoid rejected loads and fines.

Common Restrictions

  • Minnesota imposes a 17% solid waste management tax on residential MSW — this applies at every facility and is NOT included in posted gate rates. Budget an additional 17% on top of every MSW disposal cost.
  • Minneapolis organized collection: all 1⁠–⁠4 unit residential properties within Minneapolis city limits must use city-provided garbage service.

    Private haulers are excluded from this market. Compete for 5+ unit apartments, commercial, and industrial properties, plus all suburbs.

  • Hennepin County Ordinance 15 requires all private haulers to collect and remit the Solid Waste Management Fee by the 20th of the following month.

    Late penalty: 1.5%/month. Unpaid fees can be assessed as a special tax against real property.

  • HERC does NOT accept C&D, green waste, tires, appliances, or e-waste — penalty fees apply if prohibited items are found in loads. MSW only from licensed haulers.

Documentation Required

  • Hennepin County Ordinance 17 requires hauler licensing for all private operators in Hennepin County — contact (612) 348-7813 or Haulers@hennepin.us before beginning operations.
  • Minnesota copper seller license required since January 1, 2025 for selling certain copper products to scrap dealers — get licensed at mn.gov/commerce before selling scrap copper.
  • Hennepin County drop-off facilities require proof of Hennepin County residency. HHW accepted from residents of seven metro counties (Hennepin, Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Ramsey, Scott, Washington).

Local Quirks

  • HERC closure is the biggest upcoming change — when the incinerator shuts down (target 2027⁠–⁠2033), 365,000 tons/year will redirect to landfills, likely driving regional tipping fees up…Hide full rule

    HERC closure is the biggest upcoming change — when the incinerator shuts down (target 2027⁠–⁠2033), 365,000 tons/year will redirect to landfills, likely driving regional tipping fees up significantly. Plan for rising disposal costs.

  • C&D is taxed at only $2/ton versus 17% on residential MSW — this makes material sorting more valuable in Minnesota than almost any other state. Every pound of C&D you separate from a mixed load saves you 15% in tax.
  • Burnsville Sanitary Landfill no longer accepts C&D (since March 2020).

    The adjacent Burnsville Demolition Landfill handles C&D separately — call (866) 676-7150. Pine Bend has a 1-ton minimum and Burnsville has a 3-ton minimum, making small loads uneconomical at either.

Cost-saving guides

Cost-Saving Tips

Margin protection playbook — sorting, timing, and routing.

Sorting Strategy

  • Separate C&D from MSW on every load — Dem-Con charges $52/ton for C&D versus $101/ton for MSW, and C&D is taxed at $2/ton versus 17% on residential MSW. On a 2-ton mixed load that's half construction debris, sorting saves roughly $60 in disposal plus $15+ in tax.

  • Route bulky items to Hennepin County drop-offs instead of private facilities — mattresses are $25 versus $40 at Dem-Con, appliances are $15 versus $35, and electronics are $10 versus $30⁠–⁠$65. On a 5-mattress apartment cleanout, that is $75 saved.

  • Pull all aluminum to J.R.'s Advanced Recyclers at $0.70/lb for cans and $1.00/lb for auto rims — among the best aluminum rates in the Midwest

Timing Strategy

  • Dem-Con opens at 6:30 AM April through November — dump before starting your route to avoid midday windshield time. December through March hours shift to 7:00 AM with no Saturday access.

  • Hennepin County drop-offs are closed Sunday and Monday — Tuesday through Friday are full-day access (9 AM – 5 PM). Saturday is the busiest day since it's the only weekend option. Tuesday and Wednesday mornings are lightest.

  • Spring and fall are peak seasons at all Twin Cities disposal facilities — plan extra buffer time for dump runs during March through May and September through November.

Routing Strategy

  • South and southwest metro jobs: Dem-Con Shakopee for MSW ($101/ton) and C&D ($52/ton) — the most cost-predictable option with published rates

  • North metro jobs: Hennepin County Brooklyn Park for bulky items and problem waste (cheapest per-item rates), then Dem-Con for tonnage loads

  • South metro jobs: Hennepin County Bloomington for items and HHW (free), Pine Bend for full-truckload MSW runs with a Republic account. Never take less than 1 ton to Pine Bend — you'll pay the 1-ton minimum regardless.

FAQ

How much do dump fees cost in Minneapolis-St. Paul?

Twin Cities MSW tipping fees range from $77 to $150 per ton before Minnesota's 17% solid waste management tax. Dem-Con in Shakopee charges $101 per ton plus tax for MSW and $52 per ton plus $2/ton tax for C&D. Hennepin County's HERC incinerator charges $150 per ton for non-contract haulers in 2026 (up from $105). Minneapolis South Transfer Station charges $117.86 per ton. Private landfills (Pine Bend, Burnsville, Elk River) don't publish rates but are estimated at $50 to $80 per ton before tax.

What is the cheapest place to dump construction debris in the Twin Cities?

Dem-Con in Shakopee charges $52 per ton for C&D with a $77 minimum, plus only $2 per ton in state tax. This is less than half the cost of MSW disposal and far cheaper than the Minneapolis South Transfer Station at $122.05 per ton for C&D. Shingles are even cheaper at Dem-Con at $37 per ton. Always sort construction debris from household junk — the C&D rate advantage plus the dramatically lower state tax ($2/ton versus 17% on MSW) makes material sorting the single highest-impact cost-saving strategy in Minnesota.

Can private junk removal operators work in Minneapolis?

Yes, but with restrictions. Minneapolis operates an organized collection system where all 1 to 4 unit residential properties must use city-provided garbage service — private haulers cannot compete for this market within city limits. However, private operators can serve 5+ unit apartment buildings, commercial and industrial properties, and all suburbs. Hennepin County Ordinance 17 requires hauler licensing for private operators in the county — contact (612) 348-7813 or Haulers@hennepin.us for licensing requirements.

What is happening with the HERC incinerator closure?

The Hennepin Energy Recovery Center, a downtown Minneapolis waste-to-energy facility processing 365,000 tons per year, is on an active closure trajectory. The county board voted unanimously in October 2023 to develop a closure plan, and Minneapolis City Council urged shutdown by the end of 2027. The 2026 non-contract gate rate was raised to $150 per ton to discourage new haulers. When HERC closes, all that tonnage will redirect to landfills, likely driving regional tipping fees up significantly. Plan for rising disposal costs over the next several years.

Where can I sell scrap metal in the Twin Cities?

J.R.'s Advanced Recyclers offers some of the best aluminum rates in the metro at $0.70 per pound for cans and $1.00 per pound for auto rims. They're open Monday through Friday with Saturday morning hours (8 AM to noon). Call for current copper and brass rates, which fluctuate daily. Hennepin County drop-off facilities accept scrap metal for free — useful for small quantities that aren't worth a dedicated scrap yard trip. A Minnesota copper seller license has been required since January 2025 for selling certain copper products to dealers.

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