Dumpster rental costs $294 to $480 a week in 2026
Angi's 2026 data puts the national average near $385 a week, with most homeowners paying $294 to $480. A 20 yard dumpster, the most common size, runs about $275 to $700. Weight overages, extra days and permits push many final bills past $600.
Cost by size (HomeGuide national estimates)
| 10 yard | $220 to $580. |
|---|---|
| 15 yard | $265 to $620. |
| 20 yard | $280 to $699. |
| 30 yard | $311 to $718. |
| 40 yard | $350 to $780. |
| Dumpster bag | $100 to $200 (Angi). |
What pushes a quote up
| Size | Bigger containers cost more. |
|---|---|
| Weight | Overages are billed per ton. |
| Debris type | Concrete and roofing are heavy. |
| Rental length | Extra days cost more. |
| Permits | Street placement may need one. |
Dumpster rental cost by region
| Lower cost states | $235 to $375. Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, West Virginia and most rural areas. |
|---|---|
| Average cost states | $294 to $480. Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and most mid size cities. |
| Higher cost states | $375 to $625. California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington, plus big metros such as Chicago, Denver and Washington DC. |
These rows are our estimate. We took the typical national range and adjusted it for local labor costs, which run about 20 percent lower in the cheapest states and about 30 percent higher in the dearest ones. Local landfill fees drive dumpster prices, so they vary by town.
The fees that turn $385 into $600
The quoted weekly price usually includes a weight allowance. Go over it, keep the dumpster longer, or put it on the street, and the bill climbs. Dropcurb's 2026 review notes that many final invoices pass $600 once overages, extra days and permits are added.
Angi notes a 20 yard dumpster fits in most driveways, which can avoid the need for a street permit.
For a few bulky items, junk removal may cost less. See our junk removal cost page.
How to judge the quote in your hand
- Ask the weight allowance.
- Ask the overage price per ton.
- Ask the daily rate after the first week.
- Ask what is banned: tires, paint, appliances.
- Ask if a permit is needed.
Ways to pay less
- Put it in your driveway.
- Size up rather than rent twice.
- Keep heavy debris separate.
- Compare two haulers.
What will this cost me?
Pick the job, your state's cost level and the last detail. The estimate updates as you change them.
An estimate built from published 2026 cost guides. It is not a quote. Get a written quote before work starts.
Common questions
How much does it cost to rent a dumpster?
About $294 to $480 a week, around $385 on average.
How much is a 20 yard dumpster?
About $275 to $700 a week.
What size dumpster do I need?
20 yards fits most cleanouts and remodels.
Do I need a permit?
Only if it goes on the street in many towns.
Other service costs
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