Salem residents only; no commercial waste. Permit/sticker $60 (valid Oct 1-Sep 30) from the Town Clerk/Collections office, with a Salem-address vehicle registration. Free first permit for age 65+. Each permit comes with 3 bulky coupons (one set per household per year).
What it takes
“Accepted” means no extra item charge beyond the normal load fee. Check limits before loading.
Mattress
Extra feeItem price: call to confirm
Couch / furniture
Extra feeUses bulky coupons.
Item price: call to confirm
Tire
Not acceptedAppliance
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fridge or freezer
AcceptedRefrigerators need the door removed.
Normal load fee applies
Electronics
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Paint
LimitedDried latex paint only; oil-based paint not accepted.
Item price: call to confirm
Household hazardous waste
Call to confirmYard waste
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Brush and branches
AcceptedUnder 4 in. diameter.
Normal load fee applies
Construction debris
Not acceptedConcrete
Not acceptedScrap metal
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Household trash
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Recycling
AcceptedNormal load fee applies
Fees & payment
| Charge | Price |
|---|---|
| Minimum charge | Call to confirm |
| Per ton | Call to confirm |
| Pickup load | Call to confirm |
| Car load | Call to confirm |
| Transfer station permit/sticker | $60 per year (includes 3 bulky coupons) |
Bulky coupons cover furniture, mattresses, box springs, carpet, vinyl, siding. Coupons not needed for metal and brush/leaves.
Payment: Call to confirm · Fee schedule: 2026
Access rules
Salem residents only; no commercial waste. Permit/sticker $60 (valid Oct 1-Sep 30) from the Town Clerk/Collections office, with a Salem-address vehicle registration. Free first permit for age 65+. Each permit comes with 3 bulky coupons (one set per household per year).
ID required: Yes
Appointment required: Call to confirm
Posted hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Tue | 7:00 am–2:45 pm |
| Wed | 7:00 am–6:45 pm |
| Thu-Sat | 7:00 am–2:45 pm |
Closed Sun and Mon; see town page for holiday hours.
Local time: America/New_YorkWhat’s not accepted
- Hazardous materials
- Oil-based paint and paint thinner
- Medical waste
- Gasoline and flammables
- Antifreeze
- Cement, concrete, hot top, bricks, rocks
- Tires
- Construction and demolition material
- Used motor oil
Free options
Free permit for residents 65+ (first permit).
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Sources
Last verified: Nov 5, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
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