Recycling Centers in Bloomington, IN
Find drop-off recycling locations in Bloomington, Indiana. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Bloomington, Indiana can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.
Recycling in Bloomington: A Local Guide
Bloomington, Indiana has 3 recycling drop-off centers in our directory, all operated by the Monroe County Waste Reduction District: the Westside, Northeast, and Southside centers. The City of Bloomington also runs a strong biweekly curbside program, with recycling picked up every other week on the same day as trash. The county's South Walnut site adds full household hazardous waste and electronics handling. See more communities on our Indiana state hub.
The three listed drop-off centers are Westside Recycling Center (341 N. Oard Rd), Northeast Recycling Center (6015 E. SR-45), and Southside Recycling Center (400 W. Dillman Rd). These county sites generally take paper, cardboard, plastic, glass, metal, and some reusable and electrical goods. Hours and exact accepted items can differ by location, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Need options beyond Bloomington? Other Indiana cities with listed centers include Indianapolis, Kokomo, Noblesville, and Anderson. You can also browse every city on our Indiana state hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Bloomington
Who runs the recycling centers in Bloomington?
The Westside, Northeast, and Southside recycling drop-off centers are operated by the Monroe County Waste Reduction District, a county solid-waste district serving Monroe County and Bloomington residents, not the City alone.
What are the drop-off center hours?
The Westside, Northeast, and Southside centers are generally open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., while the South Walnut site runs Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Hours can change, so verify with the Waste Reduction District before you go.
Does Bloomington have curbside recycling?
Yes. The City of Bloomington offers biweekly curbside recycling, collected every other week on the same day as your trash. Contact the City to confirm your collection day and accepted items; drop-off centers are available for materials curbside won't take.
Where do I take household hazardous waste or electronics?
The Monroe County Hazardous Materials Facility at the South Walnut site (3400 S. Walnut St) accepts household hazardous waste such as paint, batteries, oil, antifreeze, pesticides, medications, and fluorescent lamps, plus electronics with screens. Fees may apply to some items, so check the district's current rules.