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Tampa Dump Fees & Disposal Guide for Junk Removal Operators

Hillsborough County MSW at $141/ton processable, $104/ton C&D. Yard waste at $65/ton. Neighboring counties prohibit out-of-county waste.

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Last updated: Mar 2026

At a Glance

Fee range

$65–$141/ton

Per ton — FY2026 rates effective Oct 1, 2025

Facilities listed
5
MSW rate
$141/ton
C&D rate
$104/ton
Updated
Mar 2026
  • MSW
  • C&D
  • Yard Waste
  • Tires
  • Appliances

Biggest cost trap: Neighboring Pasco and Polk counties explicitly prohibit out-of-county waste — Hillsborough facilities are your only option. MSW processable waste at $141/ton is among the highest in Florida. C&D at $104/ton is the cheapest Hillsborough rate.

Disposal costs

Typical Costs in Tampa

Baseline pricing before you dig into individual facilities.

MSW (Household Junk)

$141/ton

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Basis
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Hillsborough County Resource Recovery Facility (WTE): $141/ton processable MSW commercial rate (FY2026, effective Oct 1, 2025). Municipal rate is $130/ton. This is among the highest MSW rates in Florida, driven by WTE processing costs. Non-processable MSW routes to Southeast County Landfill at $104/ton.

  • Route non-processable waste to SE County Landfill at $104/ton instead of $141/ton at the WTE facility
  • Separate yard waste ($65/ton) from MSW ($141/ton) on every job — a $76/ton savings per pound separated

C&D (Construction Debris)

$104/ton

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Per ton
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C&D is NOT accepted at the Resource Recovery Facility — route to Southeast County Landfill at $104/ton for non-processable and C&D waste. This is the cheapest Hillsborough County disposal rate. Separate clean concrete and metals from mixed C&D before arriving.

  • SE County Landfill at $104/ton is the only C&D option in Hillsborough — the WTE does not accept C&D
  • Separate metals from C&D loads for scrap revenue plus reduced tonnage at the scale

Yard Waste

$65/ton

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Per ton
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Yard waste at $65/ton (co-located facility on Falkenburg Rd) is $76/ton cheaper than processable MSW ($141/ton). Keep yard waste loads 100% clean — contaminated loads get reclassified at the higher MSW rate. This is the cheapest material-specific rate in Hillsborough.

  • Always separate yard waste from MSW — $65/ton vs $141/ton is a $76/ton swing
  • Price yard waste jobs separately from standard junk removal to account for the lower disposal cost

Surcharges & Restrictions

Varies

Minimum
Per item
Basis
Per item or per ton
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Tires not accepted at the WTE — route to CCCs or SE Landfill. E-waste free for residential drop-off at CCCs with photo ID; no commercial e-waste program found. Neighboring Pasco and Polk counties prohibit out-of-county waste entirely — Hillsborough is your only disposal option for Tampa-area jobs.

  • Pasco and Polk county facilities are off-limits for Tampa waste — do not attempt cross-county disposal
  • Tires route to SE County Landfill or County Collection Centers, not the WTE facility

Local guide

Facilities in Tampa

Recommended facilities first, then additional options.

Top recommended (4)

Hillsborough County Resource Recovery Facility (WTE)

Primary MSW disposal — $141/ton processable waste with Mon–Sat hours

  • Processable MSW ($141/ton commercial)
  • Yard waste ($65/ton at co-located facility)
Rate
$141/ton MSW commercial, $130/ton municipal, $65/ton yard waste
Minimum
Call for minimums
Hours
Mon–Sat 7:30AM–5:30PM, closed Sundays and county holidays
Area
350 N. Falkenburg Rd., Tampa, FL 33619
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WTE incinerator producing 47 MW electricity, operational since 1987. Does NOT accept C&D — route to SE County Landfill. FY2026 rates effective Oct 1, 2025. Co-located yard waste facility on same road at $65/ton.

Southeast County Landfill

C&D and non-processable waste at $104/ton — cheapest Hillsborough rate

  • C&D debris ($104/ton)
  • Non-processable MSW ($104/ton)
  • Tires
  • Bulky items
Rate
$104/ton C&D and non-processable waste
Minimum
Call for minimums
Hours
Call for current hours
Area
Southeast Hillsborough County
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The only C&D disposal option in Hillsborough County. At $104/ton, this is $37/ton cheaper than processable MSW at the WTE facility. Route all C&D and non-processable waste here.

Scrap Metal Yards — Tampa Area

Sell metals for revenue — strong scrap market in Tampa Bay

  • Ferrous metals
  • Non-ferrous (copper, brass, aluminum)
  • Appliances
  • Construction scrap
Rate
Market rates — call for current pricing
Basis
Per pound (paid to you)
Minimum
No minimum
Hours
Varies by yard
Area
Multiple locations across Tampa Bay
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At $104⁠–⁠$141/ton disposal costs, metal diversion is critical. Pull copper, brass, and aluminum from every load. Tampa Bay has multiple scrap yards with competitive pricing.

Donation Centers — Habitat ReStore, Goodwill, Salvation Army

Furniture, appliances, household goods — eliminate tipping fees

  • Furniture
  • Working appliances
  • Building materials
  • Household items
Rate
Free drop-off; tax-deductible receipt
Minimum
No minimum
Hours
Varies by location
Area
Multiple Tampa Bay locations
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At $141/ton MSW, every item diverted saves real money. Salvation Army offers free pickup at 1-800-SA-TRUCK.

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Hillsborough County Collection Centers (CCCs)

Residential-only free drop-off — NOT for commercial haulers

  • Residential waste
  • E-waste (free with ID)
  • Tires
  • HHW
Rate
Free for Hillsborough residents
Hours
Varies by location
Area
Multiple locations across Hillsborough County
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Residential use only — commercial haulers not eligible. Free e-waste drop-off for residents with photo ID. Useful to know when advising homeowner customers.

Operations

Rules & Restrictions

Know before you go — avoid rejected loads and fines.

Common Restrictions

  • Neighboring Pasco and Polk counties explicitly prohibit out-of-county waste — Hillsborough facilities are the only option for Tampa-area operators.
  • C&D is NOT accepted at the Resource Recovery Facility (WTE) — route all C&D to Southeast County Landfill.
  • Tires not accepted at WTE — route to CCCs or SE Landfill.

Documentation Required

  • FY2026 rates effective October 1, 2025. Commercial accounts available at all Hillsborough County facilities.
  • CCCs are residential only with photo ID — commercial haulers explicitly excluded.

Local Quirks

  • Pasco and Polk counties ban out-of-county waste, making Hillsborough the only disposal option. No rate-shopping across county lines in the Tampa metro.
  • The $76/ton spread between yard waste ($65/ton) and MSW ($141/ton) makes yard waste separation the highest-ROI sorting activity in Tampa.
  • Non-processable waste at $104/ton is $37/ton cheaper than processable MSW at $141/ton. Know the difference to route loads correctly.

Cost-saving guides

Cost-Saving Tips

Margin protection playbook — sorting, timing, and routing.

Sorting Strategy

  • Separate yard waste from MSW on every job — $65/ton versus $141/ton is a $76/ton savings. This is the single highest-impact sorting activity in the Tampa market.

  • Pull metals from every load and sell to Tampa Bay scrap yards. At $104⁠–⁠$141/ton disposal, metal diversion provides both revenue and avoided tipping fees.

  • Route reusable items to Habitat ReStore, Goodwill, and Salvation Army (1-800-SA-TRUCK for free pickup).

Timing Strategy

  • WTE facility hours: Mon–Sat 7:30AM–5:30PM. Plan dumps to avoid the end-of-day rush.

  • Mid-week mornings are consistently fastest. Avoid Saturday mornings for residential traffic.

Routing Strategy

  • Route C&D and non-processable waste to SE County Landfill at $104/ton — the WTE does not accept C&D and charges $141/ton for processable MSW.

  • Yard waste goes to the co-located facility on Falkenburg Rd at $65/ton — same road as the WTE but charged separately.

  • Do NOT attempt to use Pasco or Polk county facilities — they prohibit out-of-county waste.

FAQ

What is the cheapest place to dump junk in Tampa?

The cheapest Hillsborough County rate is $65/ton for yard waste at the co-located facility on Falkenburg Road. C&D and non-processable waste at Southeast County Landfill costs $104/ton. Processable MSW at the Resource Recovery Facility (WTE) is $141/ton — the highest rate. All rates are FY2026, effective October 1, 2025. Neighboring Pasco and Polk counties prohibit out-of-county waste, so cross-county rate shopping is not an option in the Tampa metro.

Does Tampa accept C&D at the waste-to-energy plant?

No. The Hillsborough County Resource Recovery Facility (WTE) does NOT accept construction and demolition debris. All C&D must route to the Southeast County Landfill at $104/ton. This is $37/ton cheaper than the WTE processable MSW rate of $141/ton. Always separate C&D from household junk on-truck so you can route each material type to the correct facility at the lower rate.

Can I dump Tampa waste in Pasco or Polk County?

No. Both Pasco County and Polk County explicitly prohibit out-of-county waste at their disposal facilities. This means Hillsborough County facilities are the only viable disposal option for waste generated in the Tampa metro. There is no cross-county rate shopping available, unlike other Florida metros where operators can compare rates across jurisdictions.

What are the dump hours in Tampa?

Hillsborough County Resource Recovery Facility: Monday through Saturday 7:30AM–5:30PM, closed Sundays and county holidays. Southeast County Landfill and County Collection Centers have varying hours — call for current schedules. Most facilities close on Sundays. Plan your last dump run to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to clear the scale.

How much does yard waste cost to dump in Tampa?

Yard waste at the co-located facility on Falkenburg Road costs $65/ton — $76/ton cheaper than processable MSW ($141/ton) and $39/ton cheaper than C&D ($104/ton). This makes yard waste separation the single highest-ROI sorting activity in Tampa. Keep yard waste loads 100% clean — any contamination with MSW materials reclassifies the entire load at the higher rate. Separate on-truck during every job.

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