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Mattress Recycling in Milwaukee, WI

A mattress can go out as a bulky item on garbage day or to either city Drop Off Center; two mattresses on a car usually make a $20 load.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

4 ways to get rid of a mattress in Milwaukee

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MilwaukeeNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $95.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your mattress and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Milwaukee North Drop Off Center (Industrial Road)Drop-off · 6660 N. Industrial Road, MilwaukeeMilwaukee residents$20/vehicle
    Where

    6660 N. Industrial Road
    Milwaukee, WI 53223

    Hours

    Summer (Apr 12–Nov 28, 2026): Tue–Sun 7 AM–3 PM; winter: Tue–Sat 7 AM–3 PM; closed city holidays

    Cost & rules

    Mattresses

    AcceptedFees apply
    Fees for mattresses
    Load 1-3 cubic yards$20.00 per vehicle
    • Two mattresses usually push a car load over 1 cubic yard, which costs $20.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Milwaukee South Drop Off Center (Lincoln Avenue)Drop-off · 3879 W. Lincoln Avenue, MilwaukeeMilwaukee residents$20/vehicle
    Where

    3879 W. Lincoln Avenue
    Milwaukee, WI 53215

    Hours

    Summer (Apr 12–Nov 28, 2026): Tue–Sun 7 AM–3 PM; winter: Tue–Sat 7 AM–3 PM; closed city holidays

    Cost & rules

    Mattresses

    AcceptedFees apply
    Fees for mattresses
    Load 1-3 cubic yards$20.00 per vehicle
    • Two mattresses usually push a car load over 1 cubic yard, which costs $20.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. Milwaukee Bulky Item PickupCity service · MilwaukeeMilwaukee residentsConditions applyCost not listed
    How it works

    City of Milwaukee Sanitation collects about 1 cubic yard of bulky items (furniture, a mattress) on the regular garbage day; larger amounts need a paid special pickup requested online or at 414-286-CITY. Appliances, electronics, TVs and tires are not collected.

    Cost & rules
    Fees
    Special pickup 1-4 cubic yards$75
    • Counts toward the 1 cubic yard allowed on the regular collection day.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take mattresses (4)

Before you go

  1. Count each piece separately: mattress, box spring and topper can be priced differently.
  2. Check for moisture, mold or bed bugs; many recyclers refuse damaged bedding.
  3. Confirm per-piece pricing and whether wrapping or an appointment is required.
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Wisconsin rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Drop Off Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works
    • The Drop Off Centers are for City of Milwaukee residents and property owners; current state- or city-issued photo ID is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Fees are based on load volume: under 1 cubic yard (passenger car) is free, 1-3 cubic yards $20, 3-6 cubic yards $30. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Old furniture and mattresses are accepted and landfilled. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Two mattresses on a car roof push a load over 1 cubic yard, which incurs a $20 fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulky Item Pickup (opens in new tab) · City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works
    • Bulky items are things too large for the garbage cart, such as broken furniture or a queen mattress. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Bulky pickup is only for properties with City of Milwaukee Sanitation collection service. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Up to 1 cubic yard of bulky items can be set out on the regular collection day without a request. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Special pickup of more than 1 cubic yard costs $75 for 1-4 cubic yards and $225 for 4-6 cubic yards; request online or call 414-286-CITY. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Donor Guidelines (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill does not accept large exercise equipment, couches or mattresses. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bay View Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Bay View Store and Donation Center is at 153 W. Oklahoma Ave., ZIP 53207 (phone (414) 744-6014). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Milwaukee Oakland Avenue Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Milwaukee Oakland Avenue Store and Donation Center is at 2830 N. Oakland Ave., ZIP 53211 (phone (414) 962-3281). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Milwaukee Palmer Street Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Milwaukee Palmer Street Store and Donation Center is at 3900 N. Palmer St., ZIP 53212 (phone (414) 967-0588). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Retique Store and Donation Center (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago
    • Goodwill Retique Store and Donation Center is at 190 N. Broadway, ZIP 53202 (phone (414) 273-1797). Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Mattress Recycling Council home page (opens in new tab) · Mattress Recycling Council
    • The Mattress Recycling Council operates statewide only in California, Connecticut, Oregon and Rhode Island; Wisconsin has no state mattress recycling program. Checked October 26, 2026.

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