Electronics (e-waste) include computers, laptops, phones, tablets, TVs, monitors, printers and small appliances. They contain recoverable metals plus hazardous components, so most states steer them to dedicated recyclers rather than the trash.

In Texas we list 29 electronics drop-off locations across 14 cities, with the most in Houston, Fort Worth, Austin, Abilene and Boerne. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Electronics Drop-Off Locations in Texas

Texas Recycles Computers

📍Austin · 12100 Park 35 Cir, Austin, TX 78753
📞+1 800-735-2989
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Lighting Resources Texas

📍Fort Worth · 101 E Bowie St, Fort Worth, TX 76110
📞+1 817-921-1440
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Pine Street Salvage Co

📍Abilene · 3833 Pine St, Abilene, TX 79601
📞+1 325-677-8831
🕐Today: 1–4:45 PM
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Citizen Convenience Station

📍Abilene · 2179 Sandy St, Abilene, TX 79601
📞+1 325-677-2149
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Central Texas Auto Recyclers

📍Brownwood · 2810 FM 2125 S, Brownwood, TX 76801
📞+1 325-646-6020
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Tarleton State University Recycle Center

📍Stephenville · Tarleton State University Recycle Center, College Farm Rd, Stephenville, TX 76401
📞+1 254-968-9206
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
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Technologyrecyclers.net

📍Houston · 1415 Smith St, Houston, TX 77002
📞+1 832-380-4887
🕐Today: Open 24 hours
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Universal Recycling Technologies

📍Fort Worth · Universal Recycling Technologies, Llc (Urt), 2645 Sylvania Cross Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76137
📞+1 817-924-9300
🕐Today: 8 AM–2:30 PM
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Independent Texas Recyclers

📍Houston · 4711 Gasmer Dr, Houston, TX 77035
📞+1 832-271-7525
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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Kendall County Recycle

📍Boerne · 44 Spanish Pass Rd, Boerne, TX 78006
📞+1 830-537-4542
🕐Today: Closed
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Swm - Environmental Services Center

📍Houston · 11500 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX 77035
📞+1 832-393-7766
🕐Today: Closed
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Green Metal Recycling

📍Fort Worth · 7700 Jacksboro Hwy, Fort Worth, TX 76135
📞+1 817-238-2111
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Texas Computer Recycling Center

📍Houston · 13180 Ashford Point Dr, Houston, TX 77082
📞+1 832-762-0183
🕐Today: 8 AM–6 PM
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Recycle Midland

📍Midland · 3601 W Industrial Ave, Midland, TX 79703
📞+1 432-520-2700
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Ellington Airport/Clear Lake Neighborhood Recycling Center

📍Houston · 246 Loop Rd, Houston, TX 77034
📞+1 713-837-0311
🕐Today: 8 AM–8 PM
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City Of Pflugerville Recycle Center

📍Pflugerville · 15500 Sun Light Near Way, Pflugerville, TX 78660
📞+1 512-990-6400
🕐Today: Closed
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Independent Texas Recyclers

📍Houston · 6810 Irvington Blvd, Houston, TX 77022
📞+1 832-215-9531
🕐Today: 5 AM–7 PM
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Fort Bend County Recycle And Environmental Center

📍Rosenberg · 1200 Blume Rd, Rosenberg, TX 77471
📞+1 281-633-7581
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Westside Pump Station: Recycle Drop Off Center

📍Richardson · 101 N Cottonwood Dr, Richardson, TX 75080
📞+1 972-744-4100
🕐Today: 7 AM–9 PM
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Sts Electronic Recycling

📍Austin · Sts Electronic Recycling, North Arboretum Plaza One, 9442 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78759
📞+1 512-340-7393
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Austin Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center

📍Austin · 2514 Business Center Dr, Austin, TX 78744
📞+1 512-974-4343
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Construction Waste Recycler Of Texas

📍Austin · 924 Cavalry Ride Trail, Austin, TX 78732
📞+1 512-284-9440
🕐Today: 7 AM–10 PM
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Commodity Recycling Solutions Llc

📍Fort Worth · 5657 E Rosedale St, Fort Worth, TX 76112
📞+1 817-300-6958
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Lackland Recycle Center

📍Lackland Air Force Base · 1219 Knight St, Lackland Air Force Base, TX 78236
📞+1 210-671-4800
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
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Fort Worth Recycling Center

📍Fort Worth · 2400 Brennan Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76106
🕐Today: 8 AM–6 PM
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5 Star Recycle

📍Odessa · 5276 W 16th St, Odessa, TX 79763
📞+1 432-385-1445
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Texas Electronics Recycling

📍Dallas · 10212 Denton Dr, Dallas, TX 75220
📞+1 214-736-1979
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Texas Electronic Recyclers

📍Houston · 10903 Tower Oaks Blvd, Houston, TX 77070
📞+1 281-250-7271
🕐Today: 9 AM–6 PM
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Recycle Station

📍Abilene · 3032 S 13th St, Abilene, TX 79605
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Recycling Electronics in Texas: What to Know

💻 Computers & laptops
Widely accepted, usually free. Back up and factory-reset first; remove the drive if you want to keep it.
📱 Phones & tablets
Taken by drop-off centers and buyback kiosks. Wipe data and remove SIM/SD cards.
📺 TVs & monitors
CRT and large flat-screens often carry a recycling fee because leaded glass and panels are costly to process.
🖨️ Printers & peripherals
Printers, keyboards, cables and routers are accepted at most e-waste sites.

How to Prepare Electronics

  • Back up your data, then factory-reset phones and computers before drop-off.
  • Remove or physically destroy storage drives if the data is sensitive — or ask for certified data destruction.
  • Keep batteries with the device unless the site says otherwise; loose lithium batteries sometimes need a separate bin.
  • Call ahead about TVs and monitors — many sites charge a per-unit fee for CRT and large screens.

Electronics Recycling FAQ — Texas

Which Texas cities have the most electronics drop-off locations?

The most electronics drop-offs are in Houston (7), Fort Worth (5), Austin (4), Abilene (3) and Boerne (1). In total we list 29 locations across 14 Texas cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle electronics in Texas?

Use the facilities listed above — they include drop-off centers, e-waste processors and retail take-back kiosks. Call ahead to confirm which devices they take, since rules on CRT TVs, monitors and batteries vary by site.

Is it free to recycle electronics?

Many devices (computers, phones, small electronics) are accepted free, but CRT and large-screen TVs often carry a fee because they are costly to process. Confirm fees before you drive over.

Should I wipe my data first?

Yes. Back up and factory-reset phones and computers, and remove storage drives where possible. Some recyclers offer certified data destruction — ask if you need a certificate.

Can I throw electronics in the trash?

In many states e-waste is banned from landfills because of lead, mercury and other hazards. Recycling through a listed facility keeps those materials out of the waste stream and recovers valuable metals.

See all electronics recycling locations by city, the full Texas recycling directory, or electronics recycling in California, Minnesota, New Jersey, Indiana, Ohio.