Mattresses are bulky and hard to landfill, but up to 90% of a mattress (steel, foam, wood, fiber) can be recycled. Some states (CA, CT, RI, OR) run free recycling programs; elsewhere expect a drop-off fee.

In Massachusetts we list 27 mattresses drop-off locations across 27 cities, with the most in Amherst, Andover, Arlington, Auburndale and Bellingham. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Mattresses Drop-Off Locations in Massachusetts

Arlington Department Of Public Works

📍Arlington · 51 Grove St, Arlington, MA 02476
📞+1 781-316-3104
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The Junk Removers

📍Canton · 465 Turnpike St, Canton, MA 02021
📞+1 781-461-0086
🕐Today: 7 AM–1 PM
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Town Of Concord Composting Site

📍Concord · Town Of Concord Composting Site, Walden St, Concord, MA 01773
📞+1 978-318-3240
🕐Today: 9 AM–3 PM
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B-P Trucking

📍Hudson · Inc., 300 Cox St, Hudson, MA 01749
📞+1 978-567-9694
🕐Today: 8 AM–2 PM
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Amherst Transfer Station & Recycling Center

📍Amherst · 740 Belchertown Rd, Amherst, MA 01002
📞+1 413-259-3049
🕐Today: 8 AM–2 PM
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Eco+ Recycling Services

📍Foxborough · 131 Morse St, Foxborough, MA 02035
📞+1 508-851-7540
🕐Today: Closed
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Haverhill Recycle Center

📍Haverhill · 95 Downing Ave, Haverhill, MA 01830
📞+1 978-420-3817
🕐Today: 8 AM–1 PM
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Raw Material Recovery Corporation

📍Gardner · 461 W Broadway, Gardner, MA 01440
📞+1 978-730-8266
🕐Today: Closed
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Wilbraham Disposal And Recycling Center

📍Wilbraham · 2720 Boston Rd, Wilbraham, MA 01095
📞+1 413-596-2800
🕐Today: 7 AM–5 PM
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North Brookfield Recycling Center

📍North Brookfield · 58 E Brookfield Rd, North Brookfield, MA 01535
📞+1 508-867-0201
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Carlisle Transfer Station

📍Carlisle · Carlisle Transfer Station, Elizabeth Ridge Rd, Carlisle, MA 01741
📞+1 978-369-8011
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Montague Recycling Center

📍Montague · 11 Sandy Ln, Montague, MA 01351
📞+1 413-863-2054
🕐Today: 7 AM–2 PM
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North Attleboro Recycling Center

📍North Attleborough · 777 Mt Hope St, North Attleborough, MA 02760
📞+1 508-699-0105
🕐Today: 8 AM–2:30 PM
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Groton Transfer Station

📍Groton · 600 Cow Pond Brook Rd, Groton, MA 01450
📞+1 978-732-1900
🕐Today: 7 AM–4:45 PM
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Recycling Center

📍Dudley · 7 Indian Rd, Dudley, MA 01571
📞+1 508-949-8022
🕐Today: 8 AM–3:30 PM
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Valley Recycling

📍Northampton · 234 Easthampton Rd, Northampton, MA 01060
📞+1 413-587-4279
🕐Today: 8 AM–12 PM
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Mattress Pro Recycling

📍Newton · 221 Jackson St, Newton, MA 02459
📞+1 857-404-2496
🕐Today: Open 24 hours
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City Of Westfield Recycling Center

📍Westfield · 43 Twiss St, Westfield, MA 01085
📞+1 413-568-1159
🕐Today: 7 AM–2:45 PM
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Town Of Franklin Recycling Center

📍Franklin · 455 Beaver St, Franklin, MA 02038
📞+1 508-553-5500
🕐Today: 8 AM–3 PM
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Bellingham Ma Recycling Center

📍Bellingham · 119 S Maple St, Bellingham, MA 02019
📞+1 508-966-5813
🕐Today: 8 AM–2 PM
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Green Salem

📍Andover · 46 Lowell Junction Rd, Andover, MA 01810
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Lincoln Transfer Station

📍Lincoln · N Great Rd, Lincoln, MA 01773
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
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Winter Street Composting And Recycling Facility

📍Norwood · 370 Winter St, Norwood, MA 02062
🕐Today: 8 AM–1:30 PM
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City Of Newton Resource Recovery Center

📍Auburndale · 115 Rumford Ave, Auburndale, MA 02466
📞+1 617-796-1000
🕐Today: 7 AM–2:30 PM
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Brewster Recycling Center

📍Brewster · 201 Run Hill Rd, Brewster, MA 02631
🕐Today: 8 AM–3 PM
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Townsend Recycling Center

📍Townsend · 33 Greenville Rd, Townsend, MA 01474
🕐Today: 7 AM–2 PM
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Recycling Center

📍Lynn · 6-14 Commercial St, Lynn, MA 01905
🕐Today: 6 AM–4 PM
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Recycling Mattresses in Massachusetts: What to Know

🛏️ Innerspring mattresses
The steel coils are valuable and easy to recover.
🪑 Foam & box springs
Foam becomes carpet padding; box-spring wood and metal are separated.

How to Prepare Mattresses

  • Keep mattresses dry and free of bed bugs — wet or infested units are often refused.
  • Check whether your state runs a free Bye Bye Mattress program.
  • Expect a per-item fee outside the free-program states.

Mattresses Recycling FAQ — Massachusetts

Which Massachusetts cities have the most mattresses drop-off locations?

The most mattresses drop-offs are in Amherst (1), Andover (1), Arlington (1), Auburndale (1) and Bellingham (1). In total we list 27 locations across 27 Massachusetts cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle mattresses in Massachusetts?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Massachusetts directory. Transfer stations and dedicated mattress recyclers are the usual options. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off mattresses?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put mattresses in my curbside bin?

Usually no — mattresses typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all mattress recycling locations by city, the full Massachusetts recycling directory, or mattresses recycling in New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont, Minnesota, North Carolina.