How much does junk removal cost in Phoenix?
Phoenix-specific rates: TBD (no published local source yet). Below are cited national ranges to sanity-check any quote you get in Phoenix.
National average: $241; most people pay $133–$372 (44,583 verified Angi projects, 2026). [1]
By load size (20-yard truck)
| Load | National range |
|---|---|
| 1/8 truck (2–3 cu yd) | $75–$125 |
| 1/4 truck (3–4.5 cu yd) | $125–$200 |
| 1/2 truck (4.5–11 cu yd) | $200–$400 |
| 3/4 truck (11–13 cu yd) | $400–$600 |
| Full truck (13–17 cu yd) | $600–$800 |
Common single items
| Item | National range |
|---|---|
| Couch | $100–$200 |
| Mattress | $75–$150 |
| Armchair | $50–$100 |
| Fridge | $50–$150 |
| Washing machine | $75–$150 |
| Dryer | $80–$200 |
| Water heater | $90–$200 |
| Hot tub | $200–$600 |
| Piano | $200–$400 |
| Carpeting | $75–$300 |
Other costs
| Cost | National range |
|---|---|
| Labor (typical share) | $100–$300 |
| Landfill / disposal fees | $50–$100 per ton |
| Tire recycling | $5–$15 per tire |
| Single-item minimum | $60–$150 |
[1] Source: Angi, How Much Does Junk Removal Cost? [2026 Data] (updated Sep 30, 2026), accessed Oct 31, 2026. National figures; Angi notes local prices run about 10–20% above or below average. Always get a written quote.
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Estimate your load in 60 seconds
- Single item: one couch, one mattress or one appliance.
- 1/4 truck: about a pickup-truck bed, e.g. a small room clean-out.
- 1/2 truck: a garage corner or a one-bedroom move-out.
- Full truck: a whole garage, basement or estate clean-out.
Get 3 quotes the smart way
- Send photos and ask for an on-site price, not just "starting at".
- Ask what's included: labor, stairs, disposal and recycling fees.
- Ask about surcharges for mattresses, fridges, tires and TVs.
- Ask if they donate or recycle usable items.
- Get the final price in writing before loading starts.
FAQ
How much does junk removal cost in Phoenix?
We haven't found a published Phoenix-specific price source yet, so we don't quote one. Nationally, Angi reports a 2026 average of $241, with most jobs between $133–$372. Local prices can run 10–20% above or below that.
How do junk haulers price a job?
Mostly by how much of the truck your items fill, plus surcharges for heavy or special items such as appliances, mattresses and hot tubs, and extra labor for stairs or tight access.
Is renting a dumpster cheaper than junk removal?
It can be if you do the loading yourself. Angi lists dumpster rentals at roughly $250–$800 per week depending on size, versus $600–$800 for a full junk-removal truckload.
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