How Much Does a Dumpster Rental Cost in Portland and Salem? Real 2026 prices from a local hauler.
Most price guides give you a national average. This one uses the prices we actually charge across Portland, Salem and the towns in between, with worked examples so you can estimate your own project before you call.
By BC Haulers, Oregon City · Published November 11, 2026
- $400 / $475up to 5 days
- $275 / $325for a single day
- $0.09 per pounddisposal on actual weight
- Delivery includedwithin 20 miles of Portland
Short answer: renting a roll-off dumpster from BC Haulers costs $400 for a 13-yard bin or $475 for a 21-yard bin for up to 5 days, or $275 / $325 if you only need it for one day. Disposal is added on the actual weight at $0.09 per pound ($180 per ton). Typical home projects come to roughly $380 to $850 all in, depending on how long you keep the bin and how heavy your debris is. Delivery is included within 20 miles of Portland; past that it’s $5 per mile each way.
Roll-off dumpster prices for 2026
Two roll-off sizes, one flat 5-day rate, and disposal you pay for by the pound. Here’s the full price card.
13-Yard Dumpster
14′ L × 7′ W × 4′ HWorks out to $80 a day on a 5-day job.
- Just need 1 day?$275
- Each day after day 5$275
- Disposal, by actual weight$0.09/lb
Low walls make hand-loading easy. Right for garage cleanouts, bathroom remodels, roofing and yard debris.
Book the 13-yard21-Yard Dumpster
14′ L × 7′ W × 6′ HWorks out to $95 a day on a 5-day job.
- Just need 1 day?$325
- Each day after day 5$325
- Disposal, by actual weight$0.09/lb
Two more feet of wall for kitchen remodels, whole-house cleanouts and bulky furniture.
Book the 21-yardWon’t be home on delivery day? No problem. Text a photo of the spot to (971) 301-5033 and we’ll set the bin right there.
What goes into the price of a dumpster rental
Your total is made of a few simple parts. Knowing them is the easiest way to compare quotes.
The five parts of your bill
- The rental
- A flat rate for up to 5 days: $400 for the 13-yard, $475 for the 21-yard. One-day jobs are $275 or $325, and each day after day 5 is billed at the one-day rate.
- Disposal by weight
- After pickup the bin is weighed at a licensed facility and you pay $0.09 per pound ($180 per ton) on what it actually weighs. No guessing at a tonnage tier up front.
- Delivery and pickup
- Included within 20 miles of Portland. Farther out, such as Salem, it’s $5 per mile each way, and we quote it before you book.
- Saturdays
- Saturday delivery adds $95 and Saturday pickup adds $55. We’re closed Sundays.
- Permits
- None for a driveway or private lot. A bin in the street needs a city permit, and the city sets that fee.
Why online price ranges are so wide
Search for dumpster prices in Portland and you’ll find estimates anywhere from about $340 to more than $1,400. Most of that spread comes from how the price is packaged, not the bin itself.
- Bundled tonnage. Many quotes include a set number of tons and charge an overage fee if you go over.
- Bigger bins. National sites often quote 30 and 40-yard containers that most home projects don’t need.
- Brokers. Some companies take your order and pass it to a local hauler, adding their own margin.
We price the other way around: a flat rental, plus the actual weight of what you throw away.
What real projects cost
Six typical jobs inside our 20-mile delivery area, with the math shown. Weights are estimates; your bill uses the scale ticket.
| Project | Bin and time | Debris weight | Rental + disposal | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garage cleanout | 13-yard, 1 day | 1,200 lb | $275 + $108 | $383 |
| Bathroom remodel (tile and tub) | 13-yard, 3 days | 1,800 lb | $400 + $162 | $562 |
| Kitchen remodel | 21-yard, 4 days | 2,000 lb | $475 + $180 | $655 |
| Whole-house cleanout | 21-yard, 5 days | 3,000 lb | $475 + $270 | $745 |
| Roof tear-off | 13-yard, 2 days | 5,000 lb | $400 + $450 | $850 |
| Remodel that runs a full week | 13-yard, 7 days | 2,000 lb | $400 + 2 × $275 + $180 | $1,130 |
Add $95 for Saturday delivery or $55 for Saturday pickup, and mileage if you’re more than 20 miles from Portland.
5 ways to lower your dumpster rental cost
Because disposal is billed by weight, small habits make a real difference to the final number.
- Plan for 5 days, not 1. If your project could spill past a day, the 5-day rate is usually the better buy. Two one-day rentals cost more than one 5-day rental.
- Pick the size for the weight. Shingles, tile and concrete are heavy, so the 13-yard bin often keeps a dense load cheaper. Light, bulky junk is where the 21-yard pays off.
- Keep the rain out. Disposal is billed by weight, and an open bin soaks up Oregon rain. Throw a tarp over it at night.
- Pull out the metal. Scrap metal can often be recycled separately for free, so it doesn’t need to ride in your bin.
- Use the driveway. A bin on private property needs no city permit, which saves both the fee and the wait.
Do you need a dumpster permit?
Only when the bin goes in the street. Here’s how it works in the cities we serve most.
Driveway or private lot
No permit in any city we serve. Both bins need a 14’ × 7’ spot and room for the truck to back in.
Portland
Street placement goes through the Portland Bureau of Transportation’s Temporary Street Use Permit.
Salem
An on-street parking space needs a Construction Maintenance Parking Permit. The city lists $15 per space per day, $75 a week or $150 a month. More on Salem.
Other cities
Each city runs its own right-of-way permit. Our West Linn, Milwaukie, Lake Oswego, Gresham and Beaverton pages explain the local rules.
13-yard or 21-yard: which one costs less for your job?
Both bins are 14 feet long and 7 feet wide. The 13-yard has 4-foot walls and the 21-yard has 6-foot walls. The cheaper choice depends on weight as much as volume.
| If your debris is mostly… | Usually cheaper | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Shingles, tile, plaster or concrete | 13-yard | Heavy loads hit the 2 to 4-ton limit before they fill a bigger bin. |
| Furniture, boxes and household junk | 21-yard | Light but bulky, so you need the wall height more than the weight. |
| Drywall, cabinets and flooring | 21-yard | A mid-weight mix that fills space fast on a kitchen remodel. |
| Branches and yard waste | 13-yard | Cut short, brush packs down and stays light. |
Not sure? Text a photo to (971) 301-5033 and we’ll tell you which bin makes sense.
Dumpster rental near you
Same prices everywhere we deliver. Each city page covers local permits, neighborhoods and delivery.
Dumpster rental cost questions
Don’t see yours? Call or text (971) 301-5033.
How much does it cost to rent a dumpster for a week?
A 13-yard bin is $400 for the first 5 days plus $275 for each of the next 2 days, so a full week is $950 plus disposal. A 21-yard bin for a week is $1,125 plus disposal ($475 + 2 × $325).
Is disposal included in the price?
No. Disposal is billed separately on the actual weight at $0.09 per pound ($180 per ton), so a light load of household junk costs far less than a bin full of shingles.
How much weight can a dumpster hold?
Our 13-yard and 21-yard bins hold 2 to 4 tons. Heavy materials like roofing, tile, dirt and concrete reach that limit long before the bin looks full.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Portland?
Not if the bin sits on your driveway or private property. A bin in the street needs a Temporary Street Use Permit from the Portland Bureau of Transportation.
Is there a delivery fee?
Delivery and pickup are included within 20 miles of Portland. Beyond that it’s $5 per mile each way, and we give you the exact amount before you book.
What is the cheapest way to rent a dumpster?
Book the smallest bin that fits the weight of your debris, keep it on your driveway to skip a permit, cover it when it rains and schedule a weekday delivery to avoid the Saturday fee.
Get your dumpster price
Book online in a couple of minutes, or call and we’ll estimate your total before you commit.
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