Mattress Recycling in Oshkosh, WI
Mattresses can be collected by Oshkosh Sanitation as a $15 prepaid special pickup; the Winnebago County facility on County Road Y also takes them.
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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
Before you go
- Count each piece separately: mattress, box spring and topper can be priced differently.
- Check for moisture, mold or bed bugs; many recyclers refuse damaged bedding.
- Confirm per-piece pricing and whether wrapping or an appointment is required.
Wisconsin rules
- The Mattress Recycling Council operates statewide only in California, Connecticut, Oregon and Rhode Island; Wisconsin has no state mattress recycling program. Source: Mattress Recycling Council home page (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (11)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Solid Waste (opens in new tab) · Winnebago County Solid Waste Management
- Non-residents may use general waste and curbside recycling services, but the hazardous materials facility and miscellaneous drop-off programs are only for Winnebago County residents with household-sourced materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Lane 2 serves people with only electronics/appliances, household recyclables, oils, small yard waste, mattresses/box springs or single pieces of furniture. Checked October 26, 2026.
- 2026 Standard Tipping Fee Rates (opens in new tab) · Winnebago County Solid Waste Management
- General refuse is $59 per ton with a $20 minimum for loads of 675 lbs or less. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Special Pickup Charges (opens in new tab) · City of Oshkosh
- Special pickups of large items are scheduled by bringing the form and payment (cash or check) to the Collections Office at City Hall, 215 Church Avenue, or its drop box; not by phone or online. Requests must arrive by the business day before collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Garbage and Recycling Collection Guidelines (opens in new tab) · City of Oshkosh
- Large items such as couches, toilets, dressers, mattresses, box springs and carpet are $15 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Once scheduled, place the item at least three feet from your carts on the terrace or driveway apron by 5 a.m. on collection day. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Donate to Goodwill NCW (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of North Central Wisconsin (Goodwill NCW)
- Goodwill NCW accepts donations including electronics and furniture. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Goodwill NCW stores and donation centers do not accept large appliances such as microwaves, or large furniture such as mattresses. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Donate to Goodwill NCW (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of North Central Wisconsin (Goodwill NCW)
- Goodwill NCW accepts donations including electronics and furniture. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Goodwill NCW stores and donation centers do not accept large appliances such as microwaves, or large furniture such as mattresses. 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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