Dumps and Transfer Stations in New Hanover County, NC

Compare 2 public drop-off sites in New Hanover County: published fees, hours and what each one accepts. Checked October 23, 2026.

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$5Lowest Starting Price

⚡ Quick Answer

The lowest starting price we list for a dump or transfer station in New Hanover County is at New Hanover County Landfill in Wilmington: $5 (minimum charge). We list 2 sites in New Hanover County. Rates were checked October 23, 2026. Fees at the scale can add surcharges, so call ahead.

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Item	Where, and what they post
🗑️ Household Trash	New Hanover County Landfill: $61 / ton, $5 minimum
🧱 Construction Debris	New Hanover County Landfill: $61 / ton
🛏️ Mattresses	New Hanover County Landfill: $61 / ton plus $10 each
🛋️ Furniture	New Hanover County Landfill: Bulky items accepted at $61 / ton
🔌 Appliances	New Hanover County Landfill: Free
🛞 Tires	New Hanover County Landfill: Free for homeowners, up to 5 a day
🌿 Yard Waste	New Hanover County Landfill: $30 / ton residential
🔩 Scrap Metal	New Hanover County Landfill: Recycled on site
🪨 Concrete and Dirt	New Hanover County Landfill: $30 / ton; clean concrete $10 / ton

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New Hanover County Landfill5210 Highway 421 North, Wilmington
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New Hanover County Recycling Center and Household Hazardous Waste3002 Highway 421 North, Wilmington

💡 Good to Know in New Hanover County

✅ Before You Go

New Hanover County's landfill on Highway 421 North charges $61 a ton for trash and debris under rates effective July 1, 2026, with a $5 minimum. It does not accept waste from outside the county.
Household hazardous waste and recycling go to the county site at 3002 Highway 421 North.
Call ahead. Rates are set at the scale and many add fuel or environmental surcharges.
Bring ID and proof of address if you want resident rates or a free mattress drop-off.
Separate your load. Mixed loads usually pay the higher rate.

🎟️ Free Drop-Offs

No free drop-off programs published for this county yet.

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🏢 All 2 Facilities in New Hanover County

New Hanover County Landfill

📍 5210 Highway 421 North, Wilmington, NC 28401

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📞 (910) 798-4450 🌐 Visit Website 🗺️ Get Directions

Fees and what they take

Household trash (MSW)$61 / ton

Construction and demolition debris$61 / ton

Minimum charge$5

Mattress or box spring$61 / ton plus $10 each

🗑️ Household Trash🧱 Construction Debris🛏️ Mattresses🛋️ Furniture🌿 Yard Waste🪨 Concrete and Dirt

⚠️ The county takes no out-of-county waste; loads are randomly screened. Example from the cou...

Hours

Monday to Friday6:30 AM to 5 PM

Saturday6:30 AM to noon

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New Hanover County Recycling Center and Household Hazardous Waste

📍 3002 Highway 421 North, Wilmington, NC 28401

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Contact

📞 (910) 798-4400 🌐 Visit Website 🗺️ Get Directions

Fees and what they take

Recycling and household hazardous wasteNo fee listed

☣️ Hazardous Waste

⚠️ The county hours page lists this site for recycling drop-off and household hazardous waste...

Hours

Monday to Friday (recycling center)7:30 AM to 3:30 PM

Monday to Friday (hazardous waste)8 AM to 3 PM

Saturday (hazardous waste)8 AM to noon

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🧭 Nearby Counties

Distance between the centers of the sites we list in each county, not driving distance.

🎖️ Cumberland County (73 mi)🌾 Harnett County (86 mi)🚜 Johnston County (87 mi)

❓ Common Questions

Which New Hanover County facility has the lowest starting price?

Based on published rates checked October 23, 2026, New Hanover County Landfill in Wilmington lists the lowest minimum: $5 (minimum charge). Fees and surcharges are added at the scale, so call ahead.

Where can I take mattresses in New Hanover County?

These facilities list mattresses as accepted: New Hanover County Landfill. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take tires in New Hanover County?

These facilities list tires as accepted: New Hanover County Landfill. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

Where can I take hazardous waste in New Hanover County?

These facilities list hazardous waste as accepted: New Hanover County Recycling Center and Household Hazardous Waste. Fees and limits are on each facility page.

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