Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Hyattsville
Maryland curbside collections typically run weekly (Monday-Friday). Your specific household collection day is determined by your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
Maryland MDE requires strict separation of yard trim from standard refuse, and mandates food scrap diversion under state law.
City-issued Toter (or resident-provided covered bin) Bin (Trash)
Must be placed at the curb after dark the night before or by 7 a.m. (5 a.m. in summer). Lids must be tightly closed, and all items must fit inside the bin. Items left outside the bin will not be collected.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food wrappers
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged waste
Blue cart (County-issued) Bin (Recycling)
Managed by the county. Recyclables must be placed loosely into the blue bin. Do not bag items, as plastic bags clog the sorting machinery.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paper
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Plastic containers and bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Newspapers mixed with compost
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Collected on Mondays. Place in the city-issued green compost bin, paper yard bags, or bundled with hemp rope. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Tree branches (max 4 ft length, 6 in diameter, bundled under 50 lbs)
- ✓Food scraps (meat, bones, dairy, produce)
- ✓Soiled paper napkins and pizza boxes
- ✓Invasive vines (ivy, honeysuckle)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Scheduled Wednesdays (up to 4 times per year)
Placement
Place items curbside no earlier than 6:00 p.m. the evening before your scheduled Wednesday pickup. Placing items out early may result in fines.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, dressers)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be covered in a plastic encasement)
- ✓ Rolled and tied carpet (max 324 sq. ft.)
- ✓ Four large 60-lb bags of small household goods (counts as the 4 items)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction debris (wall board, asphalt, roofing)
- ✕ Automobile parts
- ✕ Hazardous materials
- ✕ Dirt, stumps, and logs
Bulk pickups are free for residents, provided they do not exceed the four-per-year limit. Appointments are capped at 25 households per Wednesday.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
The city modifies trash schedules during holiday weeks, often condensing routes or shifting them earlier in the week. County-managed recycling typically slides one day later (e.g., Thursday routes move to Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
During most observed holiday weeks (such as MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day), yard waste and compost collections are cancelled entirely for the week with no make-up day.
Residents can utilize the green food waste drop-off bins located in city parks during weeks when curbside compost pickup is cancelled.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
July to SeptemberDuring extreme summer temperatures, city trash and compost collections shift to a 5:00 a.m. start time. County recycling also starts at 5:00 a.m. Please bring your bins to the curb the night prior.
Autumn
November to JanuaryCurbside leaf vacuuming takes place in the late fall and early winter. Rake leaves loose to the curb and observe temporary 'No Parking' signs so the vacuum trucks have room to operate.
Winter
December to FebruaryExpect schedule disruptions during major winter holidays. During holiday weeks, Monday yard waste and compost collection is typically cancelled entirely to prioritize trash and recycling routes.
Drop-off Facilities
Public Works Recycling Drop-Off Center
4631 Arundel Place, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Materials Accepted
Brown Station Road Convenience Center
3501 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to make an appointment for bulk trash pickup in Hyattsville?
Yes. Hyattsville restricts bulk pickups to Wednesdays and limits service to 25 households per day. You must schedule your pickup in advance via the MyHyattsville app, the city's request portal, or by calling Public Works.
Can I put meat and bones in my green yard waste bin?
Yes! Because the city transports residential organics to a high-heat Prince George's County composting facility, you can safely include meat, bones, dairy, and soiled pizza boxes in your green compost bin.
Why didn't the garbage truck empty my trash bin this morning?
During the summer (July through early September), all collections begin at 5:00 a.m. to protect crews from severe heat. If you did not place your bins out the night before, you may have missed the truck. Additionally, ensure the lid is tightly closed and all items fit inside.
What should I do if my leaf piles weren't vacuumed?
Leaf vacuuming trucks cannot operate if vehicles are parked on or too close to leaf piles. If you missed your neighborhood's vacuum week, you can bag your leaves in heavy-duty paper yard sacks and leave them out for Monday's regular compost collection.