Dumpster Rental Prices in Tampa, FL

Prices checked October 2026 · Includes delivery, pickup, 7-day rental and disposal allowance
Short answer: Tampa has the biggest local-vs-broker gap in this batch: local hauler Dump My Junk lists a 10-yard flat at $295 where broker ZTERS asks $590–$680 for the same size. A 20-yard runs $495–$750 across all sources.

Tampa prices by size

SizeTypical price (7 days)Weight includedGood for
10 yard$295 – $6801 tonGarage cleanout, small bathroom remodel
15 yard$375 – $7051 tonBasement cleanout, flooring removal
20 yard$495 – $7502 tonsRoof tear-off, kitchen remodel, estate cleanout
30 yard$595 – $8753 tonsHome addition, large renovation
40 yard$780 – $9954 tonsNew construction, commercial cleanout

Dump My Junk's flat prices run on a flexible 1- to 7-day period with overage at $100/ton, and it offers no 40-yard (swap-outs instead) — the 40-yard range here is brokers only. Ultimate quotes 7-day all-in (overage $165/ton); ZTERS 10-day. Historic districts (Hyde Park, Ybor City, Seminole Heights) enforce placement rules more strictly, especially on brick streets. Your exact quote depends on debris type, how long you keep the bin, and how far the truck drives.

What makes the price move

Weight overages. Go over the included tonnage and most haulers charge roughly $50–$100 per extra ton. Heavy debris (concrete, dirt, shingles) hits the limit fast — that's what the smaller 10-yard "heavy debris" bins exist for.

Extra days. The standard rental is 7 days. Extra days typically run $10–$25 per day, or a flat fee per week. Ask before you book, not after.

Debris type. Clean construction debris is cheapest. Mixed household junk is mid-range. Tires, mattresses, appliances with refrigerant, paint and anything hazardous cost extra or are refused outright.

Do you need a permit in Tampa?

Entirely on private property: no city permit. In public space — street, curb lane, sidewalk or alley — you need a right-of-way permit for temporary use from the City of Tampa Mobility Department's Right of Way Permitting Section, filed through the Accela portal. Fees commonly run $10–$100 per week. The trap is lead time: review takes roughly 12–15 business days, so street placements need booking about three weeks ahead — ignore any broker promising a same-day street permit. A homeowner can file directly, though most renters have the hauler file at booking. Hurricane season rule: June 1–November 30, the city and your hauler may require the container to be emptied, secured or removed ahead of a storm warning.

Get an exact quote for your address — call a local hauler and compare at least two quotes. Tracked quote line coming soon.

How to pay less

Book the size you're sure about, not the size you hope for — one 20-yard bin is cheaper than two 10-yard swaps. Keep the rental inside 7 days. Load heavy material evenly and don't fill past the rim; an overloaded bin gets refused and you pay a trip fee anyway. If your project is flexible, ask about weekday delivery pricing — some haulers discount off-peak drops.