Wilton Transfer Station
Recycling Center in Wilton, Connecticut
About This Location
The Wilton Transfer Station at 71 Mather Street is the town drop-off for Wilton, Connecticut residents, handling trash, single-stream recycling, electronics and a wide range of hard-to-recycle items. Many materials - recycling, e-waste, scrap metal, batteries, tires and clean mattresses - are accepted free, while household trash and bulky items use a pay-per-ticket system. A vehicle permit sticker is required to enter.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Glass · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing
What they do not accept
Fees
- Household trash (MSW) — 1 ticket per 32-gallon bag ($4.50/ticket, $3.50 senior)
- Appliances with Freon — 3 tickets per unit
- Bulky waste / furniture — 4 tickets per unit
- Carpet / rugs — 4-20 tickets depending on volume
Access & restrictions
residents only · Permit sticker fees (FY2026): $40 first vehicle for residents 64 and younger, $20 second vehicle, and $20 for any vehicle for residents 65 and up. Trash is pay-per-bag by ticket.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I recycle for free at the Wilton Transfer Station?
Free items include single-stream recycling, flattened cardboard, glass, batteries, e-waste and ink cartridges, CFL bulbs, scrap metal, up to 4 tires per visit, clean mattresses and box springs, and textiles.
How do I get rid of a TV or other electronics in Wilton?
E-waste is accepted free at the transfer station for permitted residents, including into the E-Waste container where batteries also go.
Do I need a permit, and what does it cost?
Yes. A vehicle permit sticker is required. For FY2026 it is $40 for a first vehicle (residents 64 and younger), $20 for a second vehicle, and $20 for any vehicle for residents 65 and up.
Does it cost money to drop off trash?
Yes. Household trash is pay-per-bag: one ticket per 32-gallon bag at $4.50 (or $3.50 for seniors). Bulky furniture, Freon appliances and carpet also require tickets.
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