Where to Recycle Batteries Near You

Find places to recycle batteries across the United States. Browse by city, then call ahead to confirm accepted items and any fees.

34 Cities

Household, rechargeable, lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries all need special handling — they can start fires in trucks and landfills and contain recoverable metals.

Types of Batteries & How They're Recycled

🔋 Single-use (alkaline)
Common AA/AAA/9V. Some areas accept in regular trash, but recycling is preferred.
⚡ Rechargeable & lithium-ion
Phone, laptop and power-tool batteries. Tape the terminals and never bin them loose.
🚗 Lead-acid (car)
Vehicle batteries are widely bought back by auto and scrap yards for their lead.

Battery Recycling by State

Georgia 24 locations Indiana 23 locations New Jersey 22 locations Minnesota 22 locations Pennsylvania 20 locations South Carolina 19 locations North Carolina 18 locations New Hampshire 14 locations Maine 11 locations Texas 10 locations Tennessee 9 locations Utah 8 locations Oklahoma 8 locations Michigan 8 locations Illinois 8 locations Wyoming 7 locations Virginia 7 locations Rhode Island 7 locations California 7 locations Florida 7 locations Arizona 7 locations Nebraska 6 locations Ohio 5 locations New York 5 locations Montana 5 locations Missouri 5 locations Massachusetts 5 locations Delaware 5 locations Colorado 5 locations Vermont 4 locations PUERTO-RICO 4 locations Maryland 4 locations Idaho 4 locations Arkansas 4 locations New Mexico 3 locations Nevada 3 locations Alabama 3 locations

Battery Recycling by City

Oklahoma City, OK 6 locations Fort Worth, TX 4 locations Knoxville, TN 4 locations Columbia, SC 4 locations Phoenix, AZ 4 locations Cheyenne, WY 3 locations Laramie, WY 3 locations Richmond, VA 3 locations Salt Lake City, UT 3 locations Austin, TX 3 locations Houston, TX 3 locations Charleston, SC 3 locations Columbus, OH 3 locations New York, NY 3 locations Albuquerque, NM 3 locations Omaha, NE 3 locations Lincoln, NE 3 locations Tampa, FL 3 locations Denver, CO 3 locations Falls Church, VA 2 locations Ogden, UT 2 locations Franklin, TN 2 locations Crossville, TN 2 locations Durham, NC 2 locations Chapel Hill, NC 2 locations Brooklyn, NY 2 locations Nashua, NH 2 locations Dover, NH 2 locations Helena, MT 2 locations Springfield, MO 2 locations Clare, MI 2 locations Baltimore, MD 2 locations Colorado Springs, CO 2 locations Mesa, AZ 2 locations

How to Prepare Batteries

  • Tape the terminals of lithium and 9V batteries to prevent sparks.
  • Never put lithium-ion batteries in curbside recycling — they cause fires.
  • Bag batteries separately and keep them out of the rain.
  • Bring lead-acid car batteries to an auto parts store or scrap yard — many pay a core fee.

Battery Recycling — Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I recycle batteries near me?

Use the city list on this page to find local drop-off locations, then open a city to see addresses, phone numbers and hours. Call ahead to confirm accepted items and any fees.

Is it free to recycle batteries?

Some locations accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee to cover processing. Fees vary by site, so confirm before you go.

Can I put batteries in my curbside recycling bin?

Usually not — batteries generally needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside cart. Check your local city or county program for its rules.

Looking for something else? Browse the full recycling directory or scrap metal buyers.