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What Day Is Trash Pickup in Portland, OR?

Updated November 2026

Quick Answer for Portland

  • Trash day: Wednesdays, collected by Waste Management / Multiple Haulers
  • Recycling: weekly on Wednesdays — no plastic bags, no styrofoam
  • Next holiday delay: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026)
  • Bulk pickup: call 311 — fee required

Trash pickup in Portland is biweekly on Wednesdays. Waste Management / Multiple Haulers collects trash, recycling (weekly on Wednesdays), and yard waste (weekly). Bins out by 6:30 AM.

Quick Facts

Trash Provider

Waste Management / Multiple Haulers

Private hauler

Contact

503-823-7202

Official website

Trash Pickup

Wednesdays (biweekly)

Set out by 6:30 AM

Recycling Pickup

Wednesdays (weekly)

15 materials accepted

Pickup Schedule

Trash Collection

Twice per week

Wednesdays

Recycling Collection

Weekly

Wednesdays

Yard Waste

weekly

Mondays

Schedules vary by neighborhood. Check with Waste Management / Multiple Haulers for your exact pickup day.

Recycling Rules

Portland accepts 15 materials for curbside recycling. No plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items.

Accepted

  • Cardboard (flattened)
  • Newspaper
  • Magazines & catalogs
  • Office paper & mail
  • Glass bottles & jars
  • Aluminum cans

NOT Accepted

  • Plastic bags & film
  • Styrofoam (EPS)
  • Paper coffee cups
  • Shredded paper
  • Batteries (household alkaline)
  • Electronics (e-waste)
Recycling rules for Portland

Bulk Pickup

How to Schedule

Call 311 or hauler

Free Pickups Per Year

None (fee required)

Varies by hauler — typically $20-$50 per item

Bulk pickup details for Portland

Holiday Pickup Schedule

Federal holidays delay trash pickup in Portland by one day. Next: Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026).

New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. DayJanuary 19, 2026
Presidents' DayFebruary 16, 2026
Memorial DayMay 25, 2026
JuneteenthJune 19, 2026
Holiday schedule for Portland

Composting in Portland

MandatoryCurbside pickup

SB 582 mandates food waste separation for businesses in Metro Portland area. Phased rollout to other cities.

Hazardous Waste

Paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash in Portland.6 drop-off locations for household hazardous waste.

Hazardous waste drop-off in Portland

Frequently Asked Questions

What day is trash pickup in Portland?
Trash pickup in Portland, OR is biweekly on Wednesdays. Set out your bins by 6:30 AM. Waste Management / Multiple Haulers handles residential waste collection. Recycling is collected weekly on Wednesdays.
Can I recycle pizza boxes in Portland?
Yes — Clean portions are recyclable. Greasy sections can go in compost where available, otherwise trash. Many programs now accept the whole box. In Portland, pizza boxes are accepted in curbside recycling.
How do I schedule bulk pickup in Portland?
To schedule bulk pickup in Portland, call 311 or your hauler. Varies by hauler — typically $20-$50 per item
Is there trash pickup on Thanksgiving in Portland?
Thanksgiving (November 26, 2026) affects trash pickup in Portland. Pickup on this day and the rest of the week delayed by one day. Check with Waste Management / Multiple Haulers for your specific route. Most federal holidays delay pickup by one day for the rest of the week.
What goes in the recycling bin in Portland?
Portland accepts 15 types of materials for curbside recycling, including cardboard, paper, glass bottles (check locally), aluminum and steel cans, and plastic #1, #2, and #5 containers. Do NOT put plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items in recycling. Rinse all containers before placing them in the bin.
Does Portland have composting?
Yes, Portland requires composting. Curbside composting is available — use your green bin for food scraps, yard waste, and food-soiled paper.
What do I do if they missed my trash pickup in Portland?
If your trash was missed in Portland, first confirm it was your scheduled pickup day and that bins were out by 6:30 AM. Then call Waste Management / Multiple Haulers at 311 (or your hauler's direct line) to report the miss. Most cities require you to report within 24 hours. Keep your bins at the curb until the makeup collection, which is typically within 1-2 business days.
Where do I take hazardous waste in Portland?
Portland has approximately 3 household hazardous waste drop-off locations. Items like paint, batteries, electronics, and motor oil cannot go in regular trash. Auto parts stores accept motor oil for free. Best Buy and Staples accept electronics. For everything else, use your city's HHW collection events or permanent facility.

Related Pages

Recycling Guide

What goes in the recycling bin in Portland

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Holiday Schedule

When holidays delay pickup

Hazardous Waste

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Pickup schedules and rules are based on published municipal data. Schedules vary by neighborhood and route. Always confirm with Waste Management / Multiple Haulers for your specific address. This page is for informational purposes only.