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Real 2026 prices for 180 cities in 13 states, plus the permit rules and landfill fees that move them. Type your ZIP to see your number in seconds. Ask for quotes only when you're ready.

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Side view of a 20-yard roll-off dumpster, 22 ft long and 4.5 ft tall, next to a 6 ft person 6 ft 20 YD 22 ft long 4.5 ft

The 20-yard, to scale

$525
$446–$604 for a 7-day rental, national median across the cities we cover
Outside size
22 × 8 × 4.5 ft
Holds about
6–8 pickup-truck loads
Weight usually included
2–3 tons
Best for
Kitchen remodels and whole-floor cleanouts — the most rented size

Three things set the price in your town

The container is the same everywhere. What changes is where the debris goes, how far it travels, and where the box sits.

  1. The landfill fee

    Haulers pay the landfill or transfer station by the ton and pass it on. Tipping fees run from nothing for some residential loads to more than $90 a ton, so the same 20-yard can cost $150 more one county over.

  2. The drive to the dump

    Every container makes two round trips: drop-off and pickup. When the nearest transfer station is 20 minutes out of town, that time is in your price. Stockton loads, for example, go to a station in Manteca.

  3. Where the container sits

    On your driveway, no permit. On the street, most cities want a right-of-way permit, typically $25 to $120, and some HOAs limit how long it can stay. Each city page lists the office, fee, and phone number.

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    Price for your size, rental length, and expected weight.

  • Size calculator

    Answer three questions about the job and get a size, with the one above and below it.

  • Permit lookup

    Who issues street permits in your city, what they cost, and how long they take.

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Common questions

How much does it cost to rent a dumpster in 2026?

Across the 180 cities we cover, the median 7-day rental is $450 for a 10-yard, $525 for a 20-yard, and $735 for a 40-yard, with base weight included. Local landfill fees, permit fees, and haul distance move the price 15 to 20 percent either way.

What size dumpster do I need?

A 10-yard handles one room or heavy material like dirt and concrete. A 20-yard is the most rented size and fits a kitchen remodel or a whole-floor cleanout. A 30- or 40-yard is for whole-house renovations, new construction, and demolition.

Do I need a permit for a dumpster?

Not if it sits on your own driveway, in most cities. If it goes on a street, sidewalk, or other public right-of-way, most cities require a permit from public works. Each city page lists the issuing office, typical fee, and processing time.

Is DumpstersOnDemand.com a dumpster company?

No. It is an independent directory. We publish local prices and rules, and connect quote requests with independent local haulers, who own the trucks and set the final price.

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