Junk removal costs $133 to $372 for most jobs, a $241 national average across 44,583 Angi projects – with a half truckload running $175 to $400 and a full truckload $400 to $800 depending on whose truck it is.1,2,3 Single items start at a $60 to $150 minimum charge.1*
$241
national average, 44,583 Angi projects
$133 – $372
typical job, Angi
$150 – $350
per load, HomeGuide
$600 – $800
full truckload, Angi
Quick math: priced by the item, a three-piece sectional ($200 to $375) plus a mattress ($70 to $100) totals $270 to $475 at HomeGuide’s per-item rates – our math. The same pile is about a quarter truckload, which volume pricing puts at $100 to $150. If you have several items, ask for the truckload price, not the item list.
Published prices at a glance
Three references, all fetched and read October 2026:
| Measure | Angi1 | HomeGuide2 | Fixr3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical job | $133 – $372 (avg $241) | $150 – $350 (avg $210) | $150 – $600 (avg $300) |
| Single item minimum | $60 – $150 | $70 – $100 | $75 |
| Quarter truckload | $125 – $200 (3 – 4.5 cu yd) | $100 – $150 (80 – 120 cu ft) | $125 – $175 (80 – 120 cu ft) |
| Half truckload | $200 – $400 (4.5 – 11 cu yd) | $200 – $300 (180 – 240 cu ft) | $175 – $375 (120 – 300 cu ft) |
| Full truckload | $600 – $800 (13 – 17 cu yd) | $400 – $450 (420 – 480 cu ft) | $450 – $650 (350 – 475 cu ft) |
| Mattress | $75 – $150 | $70 – $100 | – |
| Major appliance | $60 – $250 | $70 – $205 (washer/dryer) | $75 – $600 |
| Sectional sofa | – | $200 – $375 | – |
| Construction debris | $100 – $800 | – | – |
| Hazardous waste | $150 – $300 | $60 – $125 (waste removal) | often not handled |
| Dumpster rental alt. | $250 – $575 per week (10 yd) | – | – |
| Self-haul to landfill | $50 – $100 per ton | – | – |
Where they disagree: averages run $210 to $300 – close. The full-truckload spread is the real story: HomeGuide’s $400 to $450 sits well under Angi’s $600 to $800 for roughly the same volume, which reflects company pricing more than geography. Truck sizes also differ between sources, so compare cubic feet or cubic yards, not the word truckload. All three agree on volume-based minimums: even one chair costs the $60 to $150 minimum.1,2,3
What pushes the price up
Volume: pros quote by the fraction of a truckload, often with a 2-cubic-yard minimum – volume is the biggest lever on the bill.1,2,3
Material type: construction debris ($100 to $800) and hazardous waste ($150 to $300) cost more than household clutter per Angi; many companies will not take hazardous items at all.1,3
Labor: Angi puts labor at $100 to $300 of the bill – stairs, long carries and heavy items like pianos add to it.1
Season and speed: spring and early summer are peak renovation season with higher demand; rush service adds a premium.1
Three worked examples (we did the math)
| Project | Cost basis | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Sectional + mattress, itemized vs volume | HomeGuide $200 – $375 + $70 – $100 vs quarter-load – our math | $270 – $475 itemized vs $100 – $150 by volume |
| Half truckload, three sources | published ranges – our comparison | $175 – $400 depending on company |
| Full cleanout: dumpster vs full-service | 10-yd dumpster $250 – $575/wk vs full truck $600 – $800 (Angi) – our math | DIY loading saves up to $550 |
These are example projects, not quotes – volume, material, labor and timing set the real number.
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FAQ
How much does junk removal cost? $133 to $372 for most jobs ($241 average, 44,583 projects) per Angi; a single item starts at the $60 to $150 minimum and a full truckload runs $400 to $800.1,2,3
Is a dumpster cheaper than junk removal? For big cleanouts, often yes – a 10-yard dumpster rents for $250 to $575 per week per Angi, versus $600 to $800 for a full-service truckload, but you do the loading.1
What will junk removal companies not take? Most refuse hazardous materials – paint, chemicals, asbestos – per Fixr and HomeGuide. Hazardous waste removal is a separate service at $60 to $300.2,3
How can I lower the bill? Consolidate into one visit (volume pricing beats item pricing), stage items at the curb to cut labor, and ask about off-season or photo-quote discounts.1,2
Sources
- Angi – How Much Does Junk Removal Cost
- HomeGuide – Junk Removal Prices
- Fixr – Junk Removal Service Cost
*Prices are 2025-2026 national averages from the cited sources and vary by volume, material type, labor, season and region. Get at least three itemized quotes.