Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Hagerstown
Trash Day
Collection runs Monday through Friday depending on your zone: Zone A on Monday morning, Zone B on Tuesday, Zone C on Wednesday, Zone D on Thursday, Zone E on Friday, and Zone F (City Center) on Tuesday and Friday mornings.
Recycling
Collected weekly on the same morning as your assigned trash collection day.
Yard Waste
Collected weekly on your regular collection day from the first full week in March through mid-December.
Set Out Time
Between 4:00 PM and 12:00 AM (midnight) the evening before collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside waste and recycling fees are bundled and billed alongside municipal water and wastewater services.
Billing Cycle
Quarterly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person, 24/7 Self-Service Kiosk, Drop Box
City-issued dark totes (35, 65, or 95-gallon sizes) Bin (Trash)
All trash must fit inside the City-issued tote. Heavyweight plastic bags are encouraged for containing garbage within the tote, but bags left on the ground will not be collected.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Diapers
- ✓Rags and rubber
- ✓Small appliances under 50 lbs (no refrigerants)
City-issued Blue Tote Bin (Recycling)
Single-stream recycling; place all items loose in the blue tote. Do not bag recyclables. Cardboard must be broken down and placed under the bin.
Accepted Items
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastics marked #1 - #7
- ✓Corrugated cardboard (cut to 3x3 feet max)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Paper, magazines, and mail
- ✓Milk and juice boxes
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and films
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Batteries
- ✕Tanglers (cords, wires, hangers)
- ✕Unnumbered plastics
- ✕Light bulbs and mirrors
Yard Waste Bin
Use 30-gallon brown paper yard bags or reusable containers labeled with a free City 'Yard Waste Sticker'. Maximum weight is 50 lbs per container. No plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush
- ✓Small sticks
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
First and third Wednesday of every month
Placement
Set items by the sidewalk between 4:00 PM the evening prior and 7:00 AM on the scheduled Wednesday.
Accepted
- ✓ Sofas and large furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (freon removed if applicable)
- ✓ Large bulky household items
Not Accepted
- ✕ Regular household trash bags
- ✕ Yard waste
- ✕ Hazardous materials
- ✕ Construction debris
The program is designed to be inexpensive; exact fees are calculated and collected online during the scheduling process.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Hagerstown typically shifts collection days when major holidays disrupt the week. The city publishes an annual 'Holiday Collection Schedule' PDF on its official website, which residents should consult for specific slide dates.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste services generally follow the same holiday sliding schedule as residential trash and recycling when disrupted by a holiday.
Always check the current year's downloadable zone calendar on the City's 'Collection Schedules & Zones' webpage to confirm exact holiday impact.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring & Summer
March - AugustHagerstown's curbside yard waste collection officially kicks off the first full week in March. This is the perfect time to clear out winter brush and spring grass clippings using paper bags or sticker-labeled cans.
Fall
September - NovemberDuring peak leaf drop, utilize the city's free yard waste stickers on reusable cans to manage high volumes of leaves. Ensure each container stays strictly under the 50-pound weight limit to avoid a rejected pickup.
Winter
December - FebruaryThe seasonal yard waste program officially halts on the last Friday before Christmas. Through January and February, any organic green waste will need to be managed privately or disposed of within your regular trash tote.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Old Cans & Bottles into Cash Around Hagerstown!
Hey Hagerstown neighbors! Did you know you can actually get paid for some of your recyclables? While our regular recycling program is super important for the environment, Maryland has a bottle redemption program for certain drinks. Look for the nickel deposit on soda and water bottles – you can bring those to participating redemption centers to get your money back. For other metals like old appliances or scrap metal, check out local yards like Tri-State Iron & Metal Inc. in Hagerstown. They'll take your unwanted metal and give you some cash for it, helping you clear out space and earn a little extra!
Give Your Unwanted Stuff a Second Life in the Hub City
Before you toss those gently used items, think about giving them a new home right here in Hagerstown! There are some fantastic local spots that would love your donations. Consider the Goodwill Store on Dual Highway – they accept a wide range of clothing, household goods, and even furniture. Another great option is Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Commonwealth Drive. They often have everything from building materials and furniture to appliances and home decor. Donating is a win-win: you declutter, and someone else gets a bargain while supporting a good cause.
Keeping Hagerstown Beautiful: Tackling Blight Together
Let's keep our Hagerstown neighborhoods looking sharp! If you spot any instances of illegal dumping – trash left in alleys, woods, or empty lots – it’s important to report it. The City of Hagerstown has a dedicated Bureau of Solid Waste Management that handles these issues. You can often report these problems through the city's official website or by giving them a call. They also sometimes organize community clean-up days, so keep an eye out for those announcements. Working together helps us maintain a cleaner, healthier community for everyone.
Drop-off Facilities
Washington County Landfill (Forty West Landfill)
12630 Earth Care Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rule for cardboard recycling in Hagerstown?
Cardboard must be broken down to a size no larger than 3 feet by 3 feet. You can bundle it or stack it directly underneath your blue City-issued recycling container. Any cardboard larger than 3x3 feet will be rejected by recycling crews and treated as regular garbage.
Can I leave extra trash bags on the ground next to my city tote?
No. While there is no strict maximum limit on household trash volume, all garbage must fit completely inside your City-issued trash tote so that the lid closes. Crews will not manually pick up any loose trash bags left on the ground.
How do I dispose of a couch or large appliance in Hagerstown?
Hagerstown operates a 'Got Junk?' bulk trash program exclusively on the first and third Wednesday of each month. You must schedule and pay for your large item pickup online in advance through the city's Public Works portal.
When and how does Hagerstown collect yard waste?
Curbside yard waste collection runs seasonally from the first full week in March through the last Friday before Christmas. You must place yard waste in 30-gallon brown paper bags or in a reusable personal container that is clearly marked with a free City-issued yard waste sticker.