Typical market ranges
The table below shows typical US price ranges for roll-off dumpster rental. The source is Fixr cost data (2025), Fixr's guide to dumpster rental costs, last updated January 2025, which we checked in October 2026. They are national ranges, not quotes, and not our rates.
| Item | Typical range (USD) |
|---|---|
| National average rental | $200 to $550 per week (about $380 for a 10-yard residential rental) |
| 10-yard, per week | $250 to $400 |
| 20-yard, per week | $275 to $450 |
| 30-yard, per week | $300 to $750 |
| 40-yard, per week | $350 to $900 |
| 10-yard, per day | $25 to $80 |
| Monthly rental | $500 to $1,000 |
| Extra days after the first week | $5 to $10 per day |
| Overloaded dumpster | $40 to $100 per ton |
| Landfill fee | $20 to $50 per ton |
| Street-placement permit, where a city requires one | $10 to $100 per week |
Source: Fixr cost data (2025), checked October 2026. Prices for your job come from the provider; call (512) 859-6546 for an exact quote.
Where Texas tends to fall
Texas is not one market. In the big metros, Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio and Austin, higher landfill fees, heavy traffic and strong construction demand tend to push prices toward the upper part of these ranges, although competition between many providers works the other way. In regional cities such as El Paso, Odessa, Amarillo, Tyler and Waco, there are fewer providers and longer drives, and rural addresses may carry a distance charge. We do not publish city-by-city prices; call with your address.
What moves the price
Size. Bigger containers cost more, but not proportionally. For light debris, a larger container is often cheaper than a second haul.
Weight. Most rentals include a weight allowance. Overage is charged per ton at the facility scale. Heavy debris such as concrete, dirt, tile, shingles and wet drywall is the main cause of overage. See the dumpster sizes guide for heavy versus light materials.
Rental period. Extra days add up. Book the drop for when loading starts.
Disposal. Landfill and transfer-station fees differ across Texas and are built into the price.
Distance. Longer drives cost more, especially for rural addresses and repeated swaps.
Material type. Shingles, concrete, dirt and yard waste may be priced separately. Mattresses, tires, appliances and electronics may carry per-item fees or be refused.
Placement. A street permit, where a city requires one, adds a fee. A failed delivery because the spot was blocked may add a trip fee.
Timing. A same-day or short-notice delivery may include a rush fee with some providers. After major storms, demand rises across a whole city.
What a complete quote includes
Ask for these in writing:
- Container size.
- Rental period and extra-day rate.
- Weight included and per-ton overage.
- Delivery, pickup and any swap or trip fee.
- Item surcharges and refused materials.
- Fuel, environmental or other fees, and tax.
- Who handles any permit, and the cost.
With those seven lines, you can compare two quotes fairly. Our guide to dumpster rental pricing in Texas explains how to line them up and where surprise charges come from.
Budgeting a build
On a new home or a large remodel, the first haul is only the start. Budget for the number of swaps you expect across the phases, plus a margin for overage on heavy phases. Builders usually find that a container sized to each phase and swapped on schedule costs less than one oversized container left on site. See construction dumpster rental.
Reading the numbers sensibly
A range this wide is a planning tool, not a price list. The low end usually reflects smaller markets, light loads, short periods and generous competition; the high end reflects big-city disposal fees, long drives, heavy debris and busy seasons. Two Texas jobs with the same container can land at opposite ends. Use the table to judge whether a quote is in a believable place, then compare the line items rather than the headline. If one quote is far below the others, check what it leaves out, most often the weight allowance or the rental period.
How we fit in
Texas Roll Off Rental is a referral service. We do not own trucks or containers and do not set prices. When you call, we match your job with an independent provider that serves your address and has the right size, and we make sure you know what the quote should cover. The rental agreement is between you and that provider. Read more on the about page.
Questions from the job site
Are these your prices?
No. They are typical national market ranges from Fixr's cost data (2025), checked in October 2026. Texas Roll Off Rental is a referral service; the independent provider sets the price for your rental.
Why don't you list prices by Texas city?
City prices move with landfill fees, fuel, distance and demand, and any table would go out of date. Call with your address for a current quote.
Is the price for a whole week?
The size ranges in the table are per week. Many providers price by a set rental period, so ask how many days are included and what each extra day costs.
What costs the most money on a typical rental?
For heavy debris, overweight charges. For long jobs, extra days and swaps. For both, check the weight allowance and the per-day rate before booking.
Is the quote free?
Yes. Calling for a quote costs nothing and does not commit you to anything.
Tell us the address and the phase you are in
Call with your location and timeline and we will take it from there.
Phone (512) 859-6546