Junk removal in New Jersey
Same-day curbside pickup in 16 cities across New Jersey. Book online in 60 seconds. Transparent per-item pricing — no estimates, no appointments, no strangers in your home.
Cities served
ZIP codes covered
Starting price
Municipal programs
Do cities in New Jersey offer free bulk pickup?
Every city in New Jersey handles bulk pickup differently. Some offer free monthly programs with strict limits, others have no program at all. Here's how each city's municipal program compares — and where Dropcurb fills the gaps.
| City | Bulk pickup? | Details | Wait time | Dropcurb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | Yes | Newark Department of Public Works. Frequency: Twice weekly garbage pickup, weekly recycling. Wait: N/A - scheduled service. Fees: Included in property taxes | Weekly | Same day, $79 |
| Jersey City | Yes | Jersey City Incinerator Authority. Frequency: Twice weekly garbage pickup, weekly recycling. Wait: N/A - scheduled service. Fees: Included in property taxes, bulk items may have fees | Weekly | Same day, $79 |
| Paterson | Yes | Paterson Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: $20 per pickup | 3-5 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Elizabeth | Yes | Elizabeth Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: $25 per pickup | 2-4 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Edison | Yes | Edison Township Bulk Collection. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: $35 per pickup | 1-3 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Woodbridge | Yes | Woodbridge Township Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: monthly. Fees: free for residents | Monthly | Same day, $79 |
| Toms River | Yes | Toms River Township Bulk Pickup. Frequency: By request. Wait: 14-21 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Trenton | Yes | Trenton Bulk Refuse Program. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 4-7 weeks. Fees: $15 per pickup | 4-7 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Clifton | Yes | Clifton Bulk Collection. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: $30 per pickup | 2-3 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Bayonne | Yes | Bayonne Public Works Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 12-20 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Cherry Hill | Yes | Cherry Hill Township Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 7-14 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Passaic | Yes | Passaic Bulk Waste Service. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: $18 per pickup | 3-5 weeks | Same day, $79 |
| Union City | Yes | Union City Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: By request. Wait: 10-18 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Vineland | Yes | Vineland City Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: seasonal. Fees: free for residents | ~3 months | Same day, $79 |
| Hoboken | Yes | Hoboken Bulk Waste Program. Frequency: By request. Wait: 15-25 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
| Perth Amboy | Yes | Perth Amboy Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 14-28 business days. Fees: free for residents | Varies | Same day, $79 |
Newark Department of Public Works. Frequency: Twice weekly garbage pickup, weekly recycling. Wait: N/A - scheduled service. Fees: Included in property taxes
Jersey City Incinerator Authority. Frequency: Twice weekly garbage pickup, weekly recycling. Wait: N/A - scheduled service. Fees: Included in property taxes, bulk items may have fees
Paterson Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: $20 per pickup
Elizabeth Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-4 weeks. Fees: $25 per pickup
Edison Township Bulk Collection. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 1-3 weeks. Fees: $35 per pickup
Woodbridge Township Bulk Collection. Frequency: monthly. Wait: monthly. Fees: free for residents
Toms River Township Bulk Pickup. Frequency: By request. Wait: 14-21 business days. Fees: free for residents
Trenton Bulk Refuse Program. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 4-7 weeks. Fees: $15 per pickup
Clifton Bulk Collection. Frequency: bi-weekly. Wait: 2-3 weeks. Fees: $30 per pickup
Bayonne Public Works Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 12-20 business days. Fees: free for residents
Cherry Hill Township Bulk Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 7-14 business days. Fees: free for residents
Passaic Bulk Waste Service. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: $18 per pickup
Union City Bulk Collection Service. Frequency: By request. Wait: 10-18 business days. Fees: free for residents
Vineland City Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: quarterly. Wait: seasonal. Fees: free for residents
Hoboken Bulk Waste Program. Frequency: By request. Wait: 15-25 business days. Fees: free for residents
Perth Amboy Bulk Waste Collection. Frequency: By request. Wait: 14-28 business days. Fees: free for residents
Pricing
How much does junk removal cost in New Jersey?
Dropcurb offers the same transparent per-item pricing across all 16 cities in New Jersey. No volume estimates, no surprise fees — select your items online and see your exact total before you book.
Furniture
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Couch / Sofa | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Mattress (any size) | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Box Spring | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Mattress + Box Spring Set | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Dresser | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Desk | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Dining Table | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Recliner | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Bookshelf | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Bed Frame | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Nightstand | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Office Chair | $79 | +$19 | — |
| Sectional Sofa | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Wardrobe / Armoire | $109 | +$59 | — |
Couch / Sofa
$79
+$29 add-on
Mattress (any size)
$79
+$29 add-on
Box Spring
$79
+$29 add-on
Mattress + Box Spring Set
$109
+$59 add-on
Dresser
$79
+$29 add-on
Desk
$79
+$29 add-on
Dining Table
$79
+$29 add-on
Recliner
$79
+$29 add-on
Bookshelf
$79
+$29 add-on
Bed Frame
$79
+$29 add-on
Nightstand
$79
+$19 add-on
Office Chair
$79
+$19 add-on
Sectional Sofa
$109
+$59 add-on
Wardrobe / Armoire
$109
+$59 add-on
Appliances
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Washer | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Dryer | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Stove / Oven | $134 | +$59 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Dishwasher | $104 | +$29 | +$25 Recycling fee |
| Microwave | $79 | +$19 | — |
Refrigerator
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Washer
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Dryer
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Stove / Oven
+$25 Recycling fee
$134
+$59 add-on
Dishwasher
+$25 Recycling fee
$104
+$29 add-on
Microwave
$79
+$19 add-on
Electronics
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| TV (any size) | $99 | +$29 | +$20 E-waste fee |
| Computer / Monitor | $99 | +$19 | +$20 E-waste fee |
TV (any size)
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$29 add-on
Computer / Monitor
+$20 E-waste fee
$99
+$19 add-on
Exercise Equipment
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treadmill | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Elliptical | $109 | +$59 | — |
| Exercise Bike | $79 | +$29 | — |
Treadmill
$109
+$59 add-on
Elliptical
$109
+$59 add-on
Exercise Bike
$79
+$29 add-on
Outdoor
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grill | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Patio Furniture Set | $79 | +$29 | — |
| Trampoline | $79 | +$29 | — |
Grill
$79
+$29 add-on
Patio Furniture Set
$79
+$29 add-on
Trampoline
$79
+$29 add-on
Misc
| Item | First item price | Add-on price | Surcharges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bag of Junk (1-2 bags) | $79 | +$19 | — |
Bag of Junk (1-2 bags)
$79
+$19 add-on
. First item price includes the $79 pickup fee. Add-on price applies to each additional item in the same pickup. Surcharges cover disposal and recycling fees.
Coverage
Cities we serve in New Jersey
Newark
From $79
Pop. 311,549
Jersey City
From $79
Pop. 292,449
Paterson
From $79
Pop. 159,732
Elizabeth
From $79
Pop. 137,298
Edison
From $79
Pop. 107,588
Woodbridge
From $79
Pop. 103,639
Toms River
From $79
Pop. 95,438
Trenton
From $79
Pop. 90,871
Clifton
From $79
Pop. 85,390
Bayonne
From $79
Pop. 71,926
Cherry Hill
From $79
Pop. 71,045
Passaic
From $79
Pop. 70,537
Union City
From $79
Pop. 68,173
Vineland
From $79
Pop. 60,724
Hoboken
From $79
Pop. 60,417
Perth Amboy
From $79
Pop. 55,436
FAQ
Common questions about junk removal in New Jersey
How much does junk removal cost in New Jersey?
Dropcurb starts at $79 across all 16 cities in New Jersey. The $79 pickup fee includes your first item. Additional items start at $19 for small items, $29 for standard furniture, and $59 for heavy equipment. Surcharges apply to mattresses ($15), appliances ($25), and electronics ($20). You see your exact price before you book — no estimates, no surprises.
Does New Jersey offer free bulk pickup?
Most cities in New Jersey offer some form of free bulk pickup, but every program has different limits, scheduling requirements, and item exclusions. Some cities require scheduling 2+ weeks in advance, while others only run quarterly. See the comparison table above for a city-by-city breakdown. Dropcurb offers same-day pickup starting at $79 in all 16 cities — no scheduling, no item restrictions.
How fast can I get junk removed in New Jersey?
Same day. Book before noon in any of our 16 New Jersey cities and your items are picked up by 8 PM. No appointment windows. Place items at the curb and go about your day. We text you confirmation when the hauler completes the pickup.
What items does Dropcurb pick up in New Jersey?
Dropcurb picks up furniture (couches, dressers, desks, tables, bed frames), mattresses and box springs, appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers), electronics (TVs, monitors, computers), exercise equipment (treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes), outdoor items (grills, patio furniture, trampolines), and bagged junk. We do not pick up hazardous materials, propane tanks, tires, or items over 400 lbs like hot tubs and pianos.
Coverage details
Neighborhoods & zip codes we serve in New Jersey
Dropcurb provides same-day curbside junk removal across 16 cities in New Jersey. Enter your zip code above to confirm coverage, or find your city below.
Neighborhoods
Ironbound, University Heights, Downtown, Forest Hill, Vailsburg, North Broadway, Seventh Avenue, West Side
Zip codes
07101, 07102, 07103, 07104, 07105, 07106, 07107, 07108, 07112, 07114, 07175, 07184, 07188, 07189, 07191, 07192, 07193, 07195, 07198, 07199
Neighborhoods
Newport, The Heights, Downtown Jersey City, Journal Square, Greenville, McGinley Square, Van Vorst Park, Paulus Hook, Liberty Harbor
Zip codes
07097, 07302, 07303, 07304, 07305, 07306, 07307, 07308, 07310, 07311, 07395, 07399
Neighborhoods
Great Falls, Eastside, Southside, 4th Ward, 6th Ward, Totowa section, Riverside, People's Park area
Zip codes
07501, 07502, 07503, 07504, 07505, 07509, 07510, 07513, 07514, 07522, 07524, 07533, 07543, 07544
Neighborhoods
Elmora, Midtown, Peterstown, North Elizabeth, South Broad Street, Westminster, Bayway, Port District, Liberty Hall
Zip codes
07201, 07202, 07207, 07208
Neighborhoods
Oak Tree, Menlo Park, Colonia, Iselin, Fords, Clara Barton, Nixon Park
Zip codes
08817, 08818, 08820, 08837, 08899
Neighborhoods
Fords, Colonia, Iselin, Avenel, Sewaren, Port Reading, Keasbey, Hopelawn, Menlo Park Terrace
Zip codes
07095
Neighborhoods
Downtown Toms River, Silverton, North Dover, Pleasant Plains, Riverwood Park, Pine Barrens area, Bayfront communities, Route 37 corridor
Zip codes
08753, 08754, 08755, 08756, 08757
Neighborhoods
Chambersburg, East Trenton, West Ward, Wilbur, Mill Hill
Zip codes
08601, 08602, 08603, 08604, 08605, 08606, 08607, 08608, 08609, 08610, 08611, 08618, 08619, 08620, 08625, 08628, 08629, 08638, 08641, 08644 and 8 more
Neighborhoods
Athenia, Delawanna, Botany Village, Dutch Hill, Allwood, Montclair Heights, Main Avenue corridor
Zip codes
07011, 07012, 07013, 07014, 07015
Neighborhoods
Waterfront/Harbor area, Broadway corridor, Kennedy Boulevard, Avenue C area, Constable Hook, Bergen Point, Midtown, West Side
Zip codes
07002
Neighborhoods
Barclay Farms, Erlton, Chapel Heights, Ashland, Kingston Estates, Greentree, Woodcrest, Cherry Hill Mall area
Zip codes
08002, 08003, 08034
Neighborhoods
Lafayette District, Paulison Avenue, Main Avenue Corridor, Park District, Riverside, Central Passaic, Gregory Park Area, Third Ward
Zip codes
07055
Neighborhoods
Bergenline Avenue, Waterfront towers, Summit Avenue, New York Avenue, Park Avenue, 32nd Street area, Transfer Station vicinity, Weehawken border
Zip codes
07087
Neighborhoods
Landis, Downtown Historic, Cumberland County Fairgrounds area, South Vineland, West Side, Newfield
Zip codes
08360, 08361, 08362
Neighborhoods
Washington Street corridor, Waterfront/shipyard area, Uptown, Midtown, Downtown, Church Square Park area, Stevens Institute area, Hudson Street
Zip codes
07030
Neighborhoods
Downtown waterfront, Smith Street corridor, New Brunswick Avenue, Harbortown, Hall Avenue area, Amboy Avenue, State Street, Perth Amboy Waterfront
Zip codes
08861, 08862
Statewide Coverage
We serve all of New Jersey
Same-day curbside pickup across 16+ cities in New Jersey. Book online, leave it at the curb — done.
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