Recycling Centers in Milford, MA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Milford, Massachusetts. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of Milford, Massachusetts 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 Milford: A Local Guide
Milford, MA gives residents two distinct recycling facilities within walking distance of each other. The Milford Transfer Station at 95 Cedar Street is the town's comprehensive recycling and solid-waste facility — one of the more complete municipal programs in Worcester County. Milford residents pay a $25 annual permit sticker (an extra $10 for a second vehicle at the same address) and gain access to single-stream recycling, scrap metal, tires, electronics, paint, propane tanks, mattresses, and more. Non-permit items like textiles, books, medical sharps, and mattresses are accepted without a sticker. The station is open Thursday 10 AM–4 PM, Friday–Saturday 8 AM–4 PM, and Sunday 10 AM–4 PM — closed Monday through Wednesday.
A few blocks away, the Cans and Bottles Redemption Center at 161 E Main Street handles Massachusetts bottle-deposit containers exclusively. Bring any cans or bottles bearing the 'MA 5¢' deposit mark — soft drinks, beer, malt beverages, eligible water and juice containers — and receive 5 cents per container. Also listed as Tran Redemption in some directories, the center is open Tuesday–Saturday 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, closed Sunday and Monday. It does not handle general recycling.
Milford residents who generate yard waste should use the town's Compost Facility at 3 Fiske Mill Road (also Thursday–Sunday, permit required) rather than the transfer station. For hazardous household waste such as paint thinner or pesticides, periodic HHW collection events are coordinated through the Milford Board of Health. Nearby communities in Massachusetts with transfer stations include Franklin, Medway, Blackstone, and Northbridge — all of which may accept non-resident drop-offs for a fee; check their individual listings.
Both Milford facilities are well-established community resources with verified operating information. If hours or fees have changed — the transfer station fee schedule is updated periodically — use the 'Suggest a correction' link on the relevant listing. Last verified October 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Milford
Do I need to live in Milford to use the transfer station?
Yes. The Milford Transfer Station is for Milford residents only and requires a valid annual permit sticker on your vehicle ($25/year). Non-residents are not admitted. Contact the station at (774) 462-3312 or email ecarey@milfordma.gov if you have questions about eligibility.
Where can I redeem my bottle deposits in Milford, MA?
At the Cans and Bottles Redemption Center at 161 E Main St, open Tuesday–Saturday 9 AM–4 PM. Bring MA-deposit cans and bottles for a 5-cent refund each. Call (508) 634-6717 if you have questions.
Does the Milford Transfer Station accept electronics and TVs?
Yes — TVs, computers, and other electronics are accepted at the Milford Transfer Station on a permit-plus-fee basis. The exact per-item fee is set by the town and may change; call (774) 462-3312 or email ecarey@milfordma.gov for the current schedule before bringing large quantities.
Is there recycling in Milford open on Mondays or Tuesdays?
The bottle redemption center opens Tuesday–Saturday starting at 9 AM. The Milford Transfer Station is closed Monday–Wednesday; its first open day each week is Thursday at 10 AM. Plan accordingly.