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Dumpster Rental in Alabama
Prime Dumpster provides dumpster rental in Alabama across 34 cities and the communities around them, from the Tennessee Valley down to the Gulf Coast. We deliver containers for home clean-outs, roof replacements, remodels and new construction, and we handle commercial, industrial and federal jobs too.
What you pay depends on a few local details. The size of the container, what you put in it, where it sits and which landfill takes the load all play a part.
Below you'll find Alabama price ranges, permit guidance, disposal rules and the landfill details that matter for a job in this state.
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34
cities served in Alabama
10–40
yard containers available
5 days
standard rental period
Alabama Dumpster Rental Prices
The prices below reflect general ranges for a standard five-day rental period. Your account manager will confirm tonnage, overage rates, and other specifics before you book.
| Size | Average Price Range | Approximate Dimensions | Common Price Factors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Yard Dumpster | $399–$499 | 12' L × 8' W × 3.5' H | Debris weight; heavy materials like concrete reach limits quickly |
| 15-Yard Dumpster | $449–$569 | 16' L × 7.5' W × 4–5' H | Debris mix; combined light and heavy materials affect disposal fees |
| 20-Yard Dumpster | $499–$649 | 22' L × 7.5' W × 4.5' H | Landfill distance; out-of-county loads may carry higher tipping fees |
| 30-Yard Dumpster | $599–$799 | 22' L × 8' W × 6' H | Debris volume; longer rental periods may apply for larger projects |
| 40-Yard Dumpster | $699–$899 | 22–24' L × 8' W × 8' H | Project scope; commercial and demolition loads vary widely by material |
Prices shown are general ranges for estimation purposes. Your final quote will depend on many factors, which your Prime Dumpster Account Manager will explain after learning about your project needs during your free consultation.
What Factors Affect Your Dumpster Rental Price?
Every rental includes the same basic service. We drop off the container, you keep it for the rental period, and we haul it away when you're done. Your quote builds on that with a handful of project details.
The biggest ones are container size, the kind of debris you're throwing out, how many days you need the dumpster, and the address of your project. Dense material like concrete or roofing adds weight fast, and extra days add cost.
Location matters because every Alabama landfill sets its own tipping fees, and that cost is part of your quote. Here, two details change the landfill charge most: whether your load is household trash or construction debris, and whether it comes from inside the county.
Two examples of how county disposal differs in practice:
- Coffee County Landfill in Elba charges $22.00 per ton for household waste from inside the county and $16.50 per ton for construction and demolition debris. Out-of-county household waste costs $30.50 per ton.
- The Shelby County Highway 70 Landfill charges county residents $30 per ton and out-of-county customers $45 per ton.
In practice, that means the same load of debris can cost noticeably more if it crosses a county line. Keeping construction debris separate from household trash can also lower the rate at sites that price them apart.
The state also collects a small disposal fee on every ton, through the Alabama Department of Revenue. Shelby County includes it in the posted rate, while Coffee County adds it on top. Check each county's official page for current fees. Your account manager can tell you which landfill serves your address and explain what will shape your final price.
Do I Need a Permit for a Dumpster in Alabama?
If the dumpster sits on your own property, like a driveway or a fenced job site, you usually won't need a permit. That changes once the container goes on a public street, sidewalk or alley. Then you need approval from the local government that controls that space, and you should get it before delivery day.
Alabama doesn't handle container permits at the state level. State law leaves that decision to local government, so the office you deal with depends on where you are:
- Inside city limits, the city sets the rules. Huntsville uses a Street Cut Permit from its Engineering Division, which lets you block a set part of the street for the dates on the permit. The city's permit office is the Engineering Office at 256-427-5300, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Outside city limits, the county commission has that authority. Rules and fees vary from county to county, so check with the county before placing a container on a county road.
Mobile also requires a right-of-way permit, with a base fee and possible extra charges depending on the work. If you're unsure which office covers your street, your account manager can track down the right contact before your delivery is scheduled.
What Can't Go in a Dumpster in Alabama
Most everyday debris from a home or job site is fine to toss in. The limits come mainly from what each landfill is licensed to take, and those licenses follow rules set by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM).
ADEM keeps four kinds of waste out of ordinary landfills everywhere in the state. Regulated hazardous waste isn't allowed. Free liquids aren't either, and empty containers larger than 10 gallons have to be crushed or cut so they can't hold liquid. Friable asbestos can only go to a site with special approval, sealed and labeled.
Tires come with their own deadline. After December 31, 2027, no Alabama landfill may bury whole tires, so they must be shredded or cut first. Only some landfills are approved for scrap tires at all.
Individual sites add their own limits. The Shelby County Highway 70 Landfill turns away hazardous waste, tires, batteries and liquids of any type. Dirt, Inc. in Mobile refuses televisions, computers, batteries, paint, chemicals and creosote cross ties.
Planning to toss electronics, tires, appliances or something you're not sure about? Check with your account manager first, and they'll tell you where those items should go.
Alabama Landfill Disposal Sites
In Alabama, counties, cities and private operators each run their own disposal sites, so the one that takes your load depends on where the job is.
The Shelby County Highway 70 Landfill sits at 401 Landfill Road in Columbiana, between Calera and Columbiana. It accepts household waste and construction debris and is open Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The Coffee County Landfill serves the Wiregrass area from Elba. It prices household waste and construction debris separately, and some special waste needs ADEM approval before it's accepted.
In north Alabama, the Marshall County Transfer Station at 224 Rives Road in Albertville collects waste and trucks it on to a landfill, which adds a transport cost to each load.
ADEM permits every landfill in the state and keeps the record of which materials each site may accept. When you book, your account manager will confirm the facility for your address and any material limits that apply there.
Shelby County Highway 70 Landfill
401 Landfill Road, Columbiana, AL 35051
Shelby County Environmental Services. Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 4:30 pm, Saturday 7:30 am - 3:30 pm.
Coffee County Landfill
7733 Highway 125, Elba, AL 36323
Coffee County Environmental Services. Open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Marshall County Transfer Station
224 Rives Road, Albertville, AL 35951
Listed by the City of Albertville. Hours: Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cities We Serve in Alabama
34
locations served across Alabama
Birmingham metro and Shelby County:
North Alabama and the Tennessee Valley:
Gulf Coast and Baldwin County:
Tuscaloosa and West Alabama:
River Region:
The Wiregrass:
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a dumpster rental cost in Alabama?
Most Alabama rentals run from $399–$499 for a 10-yard dumpster to $699–$899 for a 40-yard, for a standard five-day rental. Your quote depends on the container size, the debris you load and the county landfill that takes it. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates before booking.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Alabama?
Not from the state. A dumpster on your own driveway or property usually needs no permit. A container on a public street does, and the city handles it inside city limits while the county commission handles it elsewhere. Your account manager can point you to the right office.
What can't go in a dumpster in Alabama?
Regulated hazardous waste, free liquids, friable asbestos and whole tires stay out of ordinary Alabama landfills. Many sites also refuse batteries, paint, chemicals and electronics, so check before loading anything unusual.
Why does dumpster rental cost vary from one Alabama county to the next?
Each landfill sets its own fees. Coffee County charges less per ton for construction debris than for household waste, and Shelby County charges out-of-county loads more than local ones. Where your debris goes affects what the load costs.
Can I put tires in an Alabama dumpster?
It's best to keep tires out. Many Alabama landfills refuse them, and after December 31, 2027 none may bury whole tires. Set them aside and ask your account manager where they can go before the container is loaded.
Does Alabama charge a state fee on landfilled waste?
Yes. Alabama collects a small disposal fee on each ton of waste through the Department of Revenue. Some landfills include it in their posted rates and others add it separately, so your account manager can confirm how it applies to your load.
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