Recycling Centers in York, PA
Find drop-off recycling locations in York, Pennsylvania. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
York has 5 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in York: A Local Guide
York, Pennsylvania has 5 recycling centers and scrap yards in our directory, spanning scrap metal (J & K Salvage, Paz Metals), a listed electronics/appliance recycler (Republic Services of York) and general drop-offs (Recycle Center, CRDC USA). Household curbside recycling is run by the City of York's Environmental Bureau and is collected separately from trash on your first collection day each week, using city-authorized green containers. For other cities and statewide programs, see our Pennsylvania recycling hub.
For scrap metal and salvage, J & K Salvage on Kings Mill Road and Paz Metals Inc. on Run Way are both listed. For broader waste and recycling services, see Republic Services of York in the Berkshire Industrial Park, and Recycle Center is another drop-off option. Accepted materials, buy prices and hours differ by location, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Want to compare nearby cities? See Harrisburg, Lebanon, Allentown and Pittsburgh, or browse every Pennsylvania city on our Pennsylvania recycling hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in York
Does the City of York collect recycling at the curb?
Yes. The City of York's Environmental Bureau collects recycling separately from trash on your first collection day each week. Residents must use city-authorized green recycling containers; replacement containers cost $3.00 each with proof of residency.
What does York's curbside recycling accept?
Rinse and place designated plastic, glass and metal bottles, jars and cans together in the green container, along with flattened cardboard boxes. Plastic bottles/jars are limited to #1 and #2. Do not bag your recyclables and do not include household dishes, mirror/window glass, bags, hangers or toys.
What is NOT accepted in York curbside recycling?
The city excludes household dishes, glasses and mugs, mirror and window-type glass, plastic bags, hangers, toys and other household products. Keep newspaper clean and dry with no glossy paper, and only recycle corrugated cardboard (not thin paperboard or chipboard).
Where can I recycle electronics or scrap metal in York?
For scrap metal, see listed yards such as Paz Metals and J & K Salvage. For electronics and larger items, check Republic Services of York. Accepted items, fees and hours vary, so confirm with the facility before you go.