North Mankato Recycling Center

Recycling Center in North Mankato, Minnesota

📍 600 Webster Ave, North Mankato, MN 56003
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About This Location

The North Mankato Recycling Center at 600 Webster Avenue is a public drop-off operated by the City of North Mankato, with 24-hour access and staffed hours daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Common recyclables such as cans, glass, plastic, cardboard, newspaper, office paper, and holiday lights are accepted at no charge. Larger items like car batteries, electronics, appliances, and fluorescent bulbs are accepted for a small fee, and fluorescent bulbs are limited to North Mankato residents with ID.

What North Mankato Recycling Center Accepts

✓ Newspaper (No charge.)
✓ Magazines (No charge.)
✓ Phone books (No charge.)
✓ Office paper (No charge.)
✓ Cardboard (No charge.)
✓ Cans (No charge.)
✓ Plastic (No charge.)
✓ Glass (No charge.)
✓ Christmas lights & bulbs (No charge.)
✓ Car batteries (Accepted for a small fee.)
✓ Electronics (TVs, computers, etc.) (Accepted for a small fee.)
✓ Appliances (Accepted for a small fee.)
✓ Fluorescent light bulbs (Small fee; North Mankato residents only, ID required.)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Mirrors
✕ Windows
✕ Light bulbs (incandescent/other glass bulbs)
✕ Ceramics
✕ Dinnerware
✕ Glassware
✕ Clay pots
✕ Crystal
✕ China

Non-container glass items such as mirrors, windows, ceramics, dinnerware, glassware, clay pots, crystal, and china are not accepted with recyclable glass.

Fees

  • Car batteries — Small fee (amount not published)
  • Electronics (TVs, computers) — Small fee (amount not published)
  • Appliances — Small fee (amount not published)
  • Fluorescent light bulbs — Small fee; residents only

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Standard recyclables are accepted from the general public at no charge. Fluorescent bulbs are limited to North Mankato residents and require ID. Some items carry a small fee.

Programs & events

  • 24-hour drop-off

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I recycle for free at the North Mankato Recycling Center?

Newspaper, magazines, phone books, office paper, cardboard, cans, plastic, glass, and Christmas lights and bulbs are all accepted at no charge at the 600 Webster Avenue drop-off.

Can I drop off a TV, computer, or appliance in North Mankato?

Yes. Electronics such as TVs and computers, appliances, and car batteries are accepted for a small fee. The city does not publish the exact amounts, so call ahead to confirm current charges.

Who can recycle fluorescent light bulbs here?

Only North Mankato residents may bring used fluorescent bulbs to the Recycling Center, and you should be prepared to show ID. A small fee applies.

What are the North Mankato Recycling Center's hours?

The center is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and a 24-hour drop-off is also available for standard recyclables.

Can I recycle dishes, mirrors, or window glass with my glass bottles?

No. The center accepts glass containers but not mirrors, windows, ceramics, dinnerware, glassware, clay pots, crystal, or china. Those items should not go in with recyclable glass.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

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Contact & Location

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600 Webster Ave, North Mankato, MN 56003
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City / State
North Mankato, Minnesota

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
Sunday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

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