Seattle North Transfer Station Guide: Fees, Hours, and Accepted Items

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Mike Jors

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March 4, 2025

Seattle North Transfer Station Fees Explained: What You’ll Pay to Dump Your Junk

Are you cleaning out your home, renovating, or just decluttering? Knowing how much it will cost to dispose of your waste at the Seattle North Transfer Station can help you plan accordingly. Dumping fees vary based on waste type, load size, and additional regulations.

In this guide, we break down the current fees and provide useful tips to make your junk disposal process easier.

North Transfer Station Location & Hours

Address: 1350 N 34th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Hours:
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM, 7 days a week
- 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM on the first Wednesday of each month
- Closed on: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and the 4th of July

Current Dumping Fees at Seattle North Transfer Station (2025)

General Garbage:

Minimum Fee: $35 per trip (covers up to 420 pounds)
Per-Ton Rate: $165 per ton

Clean Yard Waste & Clean Wood Waste:

Minimum Fee: $24 per trip (covers up to 380 pounds)
Per-Ton Rate: $125 per ton

Vehicle Tires (Limit 4 per load):

$15 per load

Appliances (Non-commercial, empty refrigerators with doors removed):

$32 per appliance (limit 2 per load)
$9 per appliance + tonnage rate for other materials

Unsecured Load Fee:

$5 if under 1 ton
$10 if over 1 ton

Household Hazardous Waste & Sharps:

Free – Limited to household sharps in puncture-proof containers

Recyclables:

Free – Check the Seattle Public Utilities website for further details on accepted materials.

North Transfer Station Features

The North Transfer Station is a modern, efficient facility designed with sustainability and community amenities in mind. Here’s what you can expect:

Recycling & Reuse Building

Accepts electronics (TVs, computers, monitors, and small electronics), bicycles, scrap metal, plastic and glass bottles, cans, paper, and cardboard at no charge.
Other Accepted Items: Automotive oil and filters (5-gallon limit), car batteries, alkaline batteries, and sharps/syringes (must be in puncture-proof containers).
Drop-off location: Enter the transfer station, pass the pay booths, and turn right into the Recycling and Reuse Building.

Education & Viewing Room

Overlooks daily transfer station operations and features interactive exhibits on recycling and waste management.
Open from 10 AM – 3 PM, ADA-accessible.

Sustainability Features

Solar Power: Roof-mounted panels generate up to 150 kilowatts of electricity.
Stormwater Management: Green roofs and pervious pavement reduce runoff.
Traffic Improvements: Multiple inbound and outbound lanes reduce congestion.
Community Space: Includes a play area, sports court, and walking paths.

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For more details on Seattle transfer station fees, visit the official Seattle North Transfer Station website.