Recycling Centers in Ankeny, IA

Recycling in Ankeny: A Local Guide

Ankeny, Iowa has two distinct recycling options for residents and visitors. The ecoATM kiosk inside Walmart Supercenter at 1002 SE National Dr provides a quick, automated way to sell old smartphones, tablets, and MP3 players for instant cash — no appointment needed. A few miles away, Ankeny Bottle & Can at 1317 SW Ordnance Rd is a stand-alone Iowa container redemption center that returns your five-cent deposit on every eligible IA 5¢ beverage can or bottle, paying cash or Venmo on the spot. Together, they cover two of the most common residential recycling tasks: electronics device trade-in and Iowa deposit container return.

For bottle and can deposits, Ankeny Bottle & Can is open Tuesday through Friday (10 AM–4:30 PM with a midday break) and Saturday mornings (9 AM–2 PM), closed Monday and Sunday. Loads under 500 containers can come in any bags; loads of 500 or more must be in designated can bags for the can-o-meter. Glass bottles must be in cardboard boxes or totes — not plastic bags. The center serves the broader central Iowa area including Bondurant, Altoona, and Johnston. It also runs a community giving program that lets you donate your redemption proceeds to local nonprofits.

For general household curbside recycling, Ankeny residents are served by the city's curbside recycling program through their waste hauler. The Metro Waste Authority and the Iowa statewide network also provide drop-off options nearby. If you need to recycle electronics beyond a phone — such as TVs, laptops, or appliances — look for periodic e-waste collection events organized by Polk County or Iowa's state solid waste authority, as neither Ankeny location handles those materials.

Neighboring communities with recycling resources include Des Moines, Ames, and Grimes, all within 25 miles. Whether you are clearing out old phones or returning bottles after a party, Ankeny's two recycling locations make it straightforward to divert these materials from the landfill.