How to get rid of a mattress in St. Paul (2026 local guide)
We looked for every way to get rid of a mattress in and around St. Paul and listed them all below — pickup and recycling, city curbside collection, drop-off sites, junk removal companies, store haul-away and donation — with what each one costs and the page we took it from.
Ramsey County, Minnesota · 29 options, 11 free · checked Sep 22, 2026
Mattresses can be recycled in St. Paul — 1 of the drop-off options recycle or reuse rather than landfill, and you can book a recycling pickup online with our St. Paul mattress recycling partner.
Researched from each provider's own pages and approved for publication by Tim Sumerfield, who has worked in mattress recycling for over a decade. How we check these listings
6 ways to get rid of a mattress in St. Paul
Everything we could find for this city. Click any one of them for the full details.
- 1A Bedder World Mattress Recycling — St. Paul (our St. Paul mattress recycling partner)Easily book a curbside or in-home pickup for mattress recycling throughout St. Paul$125
- 2City curbside pickup in St. PaulBook a date with the city and leave it at the curbFree
- 3Drop-off options near St. Paul2 places that take mattresses, nearest 5 miles awayFree
- 4Junk removal options serving St. Paul4 national companies that come to your doorQuoted by address
- 5Store haul-away options in St. Paul20 retailers remove the old mattress on deliveryFree at 8
- 6Donation options in St. Paul2 charities checked, 1 will not take a mattressFree
Also on this page: Minnesota rules · common questions · what to check first
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Want your mattress picked up and recycled in St. Paul?
Use our St. Paul mattress recycling partner, A Bedder World.
A Bedder World is a curbside and in-home mattress pickup service, recycling mattresses for homes and businesses throughout St. Paul. They take it from the curb or carry it out of any room, and you book online and see the full price before you confirm.
- All 50 states covered
- 1M+ mattresses recycled
- 90% of materials recovered
Metro areas in all 50 states; book online. Small-town and rural coverage not stated.
$125a mattress · $155 with a box spring
See the price for St. PaulRun by the founder of this site. Every other option here is listed so you can compare.
Prices, conditions and sources
Curbside or inside pickup; stairs and long carries cost extra. Owned by the operator of this site.
$125 — Single mattress, per national FAQ.
$155 — Mattress and box spring set, per national FAQ.
$10 extra — Each flight of stairs.
Not confirmed: Per-city price may differ from the national FAQ.
Not confirmed: Recycling outcome per market not independently verified.
A Bedder World states it serves homes and businesses, listing bulk removal for hotels, apartments and commercial customers alongside residential pickup. Source
A Bedder World states it covers 1,000+ cities across all 50 states, with next-day pickup available. Source
A Bedder World states it removes the mattress from anywhere on the property, so pickup is from the curb or from inside the home. Source
A Bedder World states 90% of mattress materials are recovered and commits to sending none to landfill. Source
A Bedder World states it has recycled more than 1 million mattresses. Source
2City curbside pickup in St. Paul
St. Paul’s own collection service takes the mattress from outside your home. You normally have to book a date in advance and follow their wrapping rules.
Saint Paul bulky item collection (city contract, FCC Environmental)
Saint Paul residents in 1-4-unit homes, or properties which have opted into city garbage service; buildings of 5 or more units cannot schedule through the city. Collection is performed under the city's seven-year contract with FCC Environmental, in force since April 1, 2025
Conditions and source
12 bulky item pickups per garbage cart per calendar year are included in the garbage bill, then a per-item charge applies; as of July 1, 2026 advance scheduling is no longer required — place items at the regular collection location by 6:00 a.m., label them "bulky," and a truck returns within two business days; items must be emptied of food, liquids, gas and batteries and set next to but not leaning against the garbage cart. Mattresses, box springs and metal bed frames do NOT go through this service: they are collected separately and free by Second Chance Recycling and do not count toward the annual bulky item total
- $0 — No additional charge for the first 12 bulky item pickups per garbage cart per calendar year, which are included in the resident's city garbage service
- Plus $30 — Each additional bulky item beyond the 12 included per cart per calendar year: "$30 per bulky item (plus tax)"
Not confirmed: The city bulky-item page does not name the contracted hauler; FCC Environmental comes from the city's contract announcement.
Not confirmed: The 2024 contract announcement describes one cubic yard per month rather than 12 items per year; the City does not reconcile the two.
Not confirmed: The City does not say what happens to non-mattress bulky items.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Saint Paul Public Works: Bulky Item Collection
Saint Paul announces new contract agreements for citywide residential recycling and garbage
Free
Visit siteSaint Paul free curbside mattress recycling by Second Chance Recycling
Saint Paul residents of 1-4 unit properties schedule directly with Second Chance Recycling online or at 612-787-3770; properties of 5 or more units go through Sustainable Synergy Solutions LLC. The City partners with Second Chance Recycling and the Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Center to provide it
Conditions and source
Unlimited collections at no additional cost, and they do not count toward the annual bulky item total; limit each request to no more than four items at a time; place items outside by 6 a.m. (Second Chance's own page says 7:00am) on the front boulevard or along the alley, visible and easily accessible. Accepted: mattresses, futon mattresses, mattress toppers, box springs, metal bed frames. Not accepted: mechanical beds and bed furniture such as headboards and footboards
Not confirmed: Neither page says whether wet, soiled or bed-bug-infested mattresses are refused.
Not confirmed: The City says set out by 6 a.m. and Second Chance says 7:00am; neither reconciles the two.
Not confirmed: Whether a renter schedules directly or through the property owner is not stated.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ramsey Washington mattress program discovery
Free
Visit siteA Bedder World collects from the curb too, or from any room in the house — see option 1.
3Drop-off options near St. Paul
Places that accept mattresses if you can get it there yourself. Distance is measured from the centre of St. Paul. Some accept residents of their own city or county only, so check before you drive.
Cheapest
Bridging Roseville mattress donation drop-off
Open to donors: drop-off is free and no appointment is necessary; a home pickup is offered separately as a fee-based service
Conditions and source
Mattresses accepted if stain and rip free, in twin (standard and XL), full, queen or king; refused are plastic box springs, powered beds, mattress toppers, cribs, cots, electrical beds, bunk beds, trundle beds, sleeper sofas, rollaways and air/inflatable/camper mattresses; Roseville warehouse at 1730 Terrace Drive open Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Not confirmed: No geographic limit on who may drop off is published.
Not confirmed: Whether donations are ever turned away for lack of warehouse space is not stated.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Free
Visit siteRamsey/Washington R&E Center mattress drop-off
Residents of Ramsey and Washington counties may haul their own waste to the R&E Center
Conditions and source
Mattresses may be brought to the R&E Center for disposal at a published per-item price plus tax; general self-haul loads carry a $20 minimum per load and a 2026 tipping fee of $142 per ton, with a Ramsey County service charge of 28% on residential waste (Washington County 35%); the center accepts most household waste but refuses construction debris, large quantities of metal, hot loads, fire-hazard materials, boats, vehicles, engines, hot tubs and propane tanks
Not confirmed: The agency calls the $20 per item a disposal fee, not recycling; whether a self-hauled mattress is recycled is not stated.
Not confirmed: Whether the 28% county service charge is added on top of the $20 per-item mattress fee is not stated.
Not confirmed: The self-hauler page publishes no operating hours.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
$20
Visit siteNo way to move it yourself? See pickup services →
4Junk removal options serving St. Paul
Companies that come to your home and carry the mattress out, so you need no vehicle. The prices below are starting prices unless stated — stairs, box springs and extra items add to them.
1-800-GOT-JUNK? mattress removal
Franchise network; coverage varies by ZIP (some ZIPs not serviced).
Conditions and source
In-person estimate before work; single items priced by size, minimum charge applies (amount not published). Donates or recycles where possible.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published mattress price.
Not confirmed: Recycling/donation not guaranteed per job.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit siteCollege HUNKS mattress removal
Franchise network; coverage varies by ZIP.
Conditions and source
Free estimate at start of job; price depends on location and job. Mattress recycled or disposed of; few donation centers take mattresses.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published price.
Not confirmed: Recycling vs landfill not stated per location.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit siteJunk King mattress disposal
100+ franchise locations in U.S. and Canada; coverage varies by ZIP.
Conditions and source
Free onsite/photo/phone estimate; pricing varies by location. Works with local recyclers and donation partners.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published mattress price on primary pages.
Not confirmed: Per-location recycling outcome not stated.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit siteThe other 1 companies
The Junkluggers mattress removal
Franchise network; find a local Junkluggers; coverage varies by ZIP.
Conditions and source
Free up-front estimate; most locations offer same-day pickup. Donates/recycles/repurposes when possible.
Not confirmed: Coverage varies by ZIP.
Not confirmed: No published price.
Not confirmed: Disposal of non-reusable mattresses not described.
From the provider’s own page, checked Sep 22, 2026. Not confirmed by phone.
Ask provider
Visit site5Store haul-away options in St. Paul
If you are replacing the mattress, the shop will often take the old one when they deliver. Usually one old mattress per new one, and only if it is dry and clean.
- Casper
- Free
- Casper mattress order with In-Home Delivery & Setup ($249), continental US; one used mattress per mattress ordered. Sanitary condition judged on site; box springs must be removable intact. Source
- Purple
- Free
- Non-California: free with Rejuvenate mattresses; $200 add-on for select Essentials/Restore mattresses. Mattress only (no box springs); unsanitary mattresses may be refused. Source
- Raymour & Flanigan
- Free
- New mattress purchase with delivery; free with mattress set of $500+. Safe, sanitary, free of rips and tears. Source
- Rooms To Go
- Free
- New mattress with full service delivery. Not heavily soiled; not with Doorway Delivery. Source
The other 15 retailers
- Saatva
- Free
- New Saatva mattress with white glove delivery; select removal at checkout; continental US. Clean, undamaged mattress/foundation only; no adjustable bases, frames, waterbed or Sleep Number bases. Source
- Sam's Club
- Free
- Select mattresses with White Glove Delivery; free White Glove for Plus members buying online; not PR/AK/HI. Haul-away on request; biohazard items refused. Source
- Tempur-Pedic direct
- Free
- Mattress (not TEMPUR-Cloud), power base or foundation bought directly from Tempur-Pedic; like-for-like. Adult 18+ present; bedding removed; unsanitary/heavily soiled items may be refused. Source
- Amazon
- $79.99
- Purchased with an eligible mattress; available in select cities. One mattress or box spring; no bodily fluids or bed bugs; adult present. Source
- Avocado Green Mattress
- Ask provider
- Avocado In-Home Delivery & Setup order in select areas; must buy the equivalent item. Subject to local health regulations; no bed frames/furniture. Source
- Bob's Discount Furniture
- Ask provider
- New mattress/foundation delivered via BOBtastic White Glove Delivery. Safe and sanitary condition. Source
- Costco
- Ask provider
- Costco mattress delivery in select areas; one-for-one like item. Not damaged, soiled or infested; ready at delivery; additional fees may apply. Source
- Helix Sleep
- $219
- Helix order with In-Home Setup & Removal selected at checkout; contiguous 48 states. Stained/soiled items may be refused. Source
- IKEA
- $30
- Mattress or box spring bought in store with in-home delivery, in select markets / ZIP codes in the continental US; not online orders. Removal may be on a different date from delivery. Source
- Living Spaces
- Ask provider
- Full Service Delivery; request at checkout. Stained/soiled mattresses not eligible. Source
- Macys
- $25
- Macy's mattress with White Glove ($125) or Room of Choice ($75) delivery; one-for-one. No stained, soiled or bed-bug items; no frames/adjustable bases/furniture. Source
- Mattress Firm
- Ask provider
- Mattress ordered for delivery from Mattress Firm; one-for-one. Box spring removed only if new order includes one; no wet, unsanitary or infested bedding; no furniture. Source
- Mattress Warehouse
- $29.99
- With delivery of a new purchase; add before delivery date. Mattresses/box springs only; stained items excluded. Source
- Resident (Nectar, DreamCloud)
- $199
- Nectar or DreamCloud order with paid White Glove Delivery, where offered. Removal at the provider's discretion; may be unavailable in some areas; CA/RI/CT add a state-mandated fee. Source
- Sleep Number
- Ask provider
- With a Sleep Number bed delivery: included with Ultimate delivery ($350) or added for $100 with Premium/Doorstep; one disposal per Smart Bed delivered. Adult 18+ present; no bed bugs/extreme soiling; Doorstep customers must put the old bed outside. Source
6Donation options in St. Paul
Most charities will not take a used mattress. These are the ones we checked, including the ones that say no.
- The Salvation Army (satruck.org): accepted-items list includes 'Mattresses' and beds; also says local ordinances and need vary by location and to call 1-800-SA-TRUCK to confirm what a local center accepts. Source
- Doesn’t take mattresses. Habitat for Humanity national ReStore guide: 'Mattresses and box springs are not accepted.' Source
Policies vary by branch. Call before you carry one over — we asked each of the big three directly: Goodwill, the Salvation Army and Habitat for Humanity.
Minnesota mattress disposal rules
- No Minnesota mattress stewardship program in effect. SF 1980 (companion HF 1624) would add a mattress/box spring assessment to fund local-government recycling grants; introduced Feb 27, 2025 and referred to committee, last action March 25, 2026 (author added); not enacted. Source
- No statewide mattress stewardship program or landfill ban found on MPCA (Minnesota Pollution Control Agency) pages as of 2026-09-22; mattress disposal is handled by local governments. Source
Questions people ask about St. Paul
Is there free mattress disposal in St. Paul?
Yes: Saint Paul bulky item collection (city contract, FCC Environmental); Saint Paul free curbside mattress recycling by Second Chance Recycling; Bridging Roseville mattress donation drop-off (1730 Terrace Drive, Roseville, MN 55113). Check eligibility and conditions before you go.
How much does mattress pickup cost in St. Paul?
Published starting prices: A Bedder World mattress pickup from $125. Stairs, box springs, and extra items can add fees.
Will the store take my old mattress when I buy a new one?
Several retailers offer haul-away with a new mattress delivery, usually with conditions: Casper, Havertys, Purple, Raymour & Flanigan, Rooms To Go, Saatva.
Are there state rules for mattress disposal in Minnesota?
No Minnesota mattress stewardship program in effect. SF 1980 (companion HF 1624) would add a mattress/box spring assessment to fund local-government recycling grants; introduced Feb 27, 2025 and referred to committee, last action March 25, 2026 (author added); not enacted.
What to check before you go
- Say if the mattress is wet, stained, or has any sign of pests — that is the usual reason one is turned away.
- Ask what the total will be. Box springs, stairs, and extra items are often charged separately.
- Check you qualify. Many sites serve only residents of their own city or county.