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Davenport, IA trash pickup schedule

Davenport trash and recycling: who collects, how often, how to find your pickup day, and what changes on holidays in 2026.

Population 100,358 (Census 2025 estimate)Last checked Not affiliated with any city, county or hauler.

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Quick answer

Who collectsThe city collects City of Davenport Public Works (Solid Waste Division) collects garbage, recycling, bulky waste, brush and yard waste from single-family through three-plex households; the city does not collect business waste.14
How oftenRecycling every other week, yard waste weekly59
Set outby 7 a.m. on your collection day3
Your pickup dayApp: davenportiowa.com. App: ReCollect1
Holiday Veterans Day, Wed, Nov 11, 2026: Delayed one day. Wed, Thu, Fri collection a day late (Fri collected on Sat)2

Bulk items: Set collection days (details). Drop-off sites: 4 listed (hours and fees).

Davenport holiday trash schedule 2026

City’s ruleOnly the listed holidays change the schedule; on those, collection from the holiday through Friday runs one day late, with Friday collected on Saturday. All other holidays: normal collection.2
Official noticedavenportiowa.com1
Not listed holidaysMLK Day, Presidents Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth and Columbus Day are not on the 2026 list, so collection is on schedule.
Extra bagsUp to 5 extra garbage bags without stickers outside the cart on garbage day Dec 26-31, 20262
Davenport trash pickup on holidays, 2026
HolidayDatePickupWhat the city says
New Year's Day Thu, Jan 1, 2026 Delayed one day Thu and Fri collection one day late (Fri collected on Sat)2
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Mon, Jan 19, 2026 Not on the city’s list Not on the city’s list for this year
Presidents' Day Mon, Feb 16, 2026 Not on the city’s list Not on the city’s list for this year
Memorial Day Mon, May 25, 2026 Delayed one day All collection one day late (Fri collected on Sat)2
Juneteenth Fri, Jun 19, 2026 Not on the city’s list Not on the city’s list for this year
Independence Day (Fourth of July) Fri, Jul 3, 2026 (observed) Not on the city’s list Not on the city’s list for this year
Labor Day Mon, Sep 7, 2026 Delayed one day All collection one day late (Fri collected on Sat)2
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Mon, Oct 12, 2026 Not on the city’s list Not on the city’s list for this year
Veterans Day Wed, Nov 11, 2026 Delayed one day Wed, Thu, Fri collection a day late (Fri collected on Sat)2
Thanksgiving Day Thu, Nov 26, 2026 Delayed one day Thu and Fri collection one day late (Fri collected on Sat)2
Christmas Day Fri, Dec 25, 2026 Delayed one day Fri collection one day late (collected Sat)2
Davenport trash pickup on holidays, 2027
HolidayDatePickupWhat the city says
New Year's Day Fri, Jan 1, 2027 Delayed one day Thu and Fri collection one day late the week of Jan 1, 20272
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Mon, Jan 18, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Presidents' Day Mon, Feb 15, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Memorial Day Mon, May 31, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Juneteenth Fri, Jun 18, 2027 (observed) No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Independence Day (Fourth of July) Mon, Jul 5, 2027 (observed) No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Labor Day Mon, Sep 6, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day Mon, Oct 11, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Veterans Day Thu, Nov 11, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Thanksgiving Day Thu, Nov 25, 2027 No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above
Christmas Day Fri, Dec 24, 2027 (observed) No dated list; see the city’s rule See the city’s rule above

Check your own day for the next three holidays with the holiday delay checker, or download a pickup calendar.

Sources: Solid Waste, 2026 Holiday Schedule for Solid Waste Collection (PDF), Holiday Closing | New Year's Day 2026 Last checked Report a change

Bulk trash pickup in Davenport

How it worksSet collection days6
How to requestNo booking: set bulky items out on your every-other-week recycling/bulky day; for move-outs or large clean-outs request a $40 Special Collection (max 5 cubic yards) online7
LimitsSpecial Collection: maximum 5 cubic yards (about 80 33-gallon bags / one large pickup load)7
FeesRegular bulky waste is included in the solid waste fee; Special Collection excess waste $4017
Not acceptedNot published by the city (official page)
ItemsItems too heavy for one person or too large for the cart, such as furniture, appliances and tires6

Sources: Solid Waste, Bulky Waste Collection Service Overview, Excess Waste Options Last checked Report a change

Recycling in Davenport

Pickupevery other week5
Typesingle-stream5
GlassNot published by the city (official page)
PlasticsNot published by the city (official page)

Accepted

Not published by the city (official page)

Not accepted

Not published by the city (official page)

Programs

  • 95-gallon recycling cart provided at no additional fee; an additional recycling cart is free on request5
  • Three city recycling drop-off locations for large or excess recyclables5
  • Curbside pickup of large electronics (e.g. TVs) placed outside the cart; small electronics go to the Electronics Recovery Center8

Sources: Recycling Collection Service Overview, Electronic Waste Collection Overview Last checked Report a change

Yard waste, food scraps and seasonal pickups

Yard waste pickupYes9
SeasonFirst Monday of the first full week in April through Friday of the first full week in January (2026: resumed Apr 6; 2025-26 season ended Jan 9, 2026)9
How oftenweekly9
RulesKraft-ply paper bags each with a $1.60 yard waste sticker, or a subscription 95-gallon yard waste cart; brush bundled with natural twine, max 5 ft and 50 lb, no sticker needed; no yard waste in garbage cart. No Sticker weeks: 2 weeks in spring, 6 weeks in fall (2026: Apr 6-17 and Oct 26-Dec 4).9
Food scrapsNot published by the city (official page)
Sticker fee$1.60 per bag10
No sticker weeks2026: Mon Apr 6-Fri Apr 17 and Mon Oct 26-Fri Dec 42
Christmas treesBundled brush rule: no charge/no sticker for Christmas trees at curbside during the yard waste season (2026-27 season runs to Friday of the first full week of January 2027)10
Leaf collectionFall No Sticker Yard Waste Weeks, Oct 26-Dec 4, 2026: bagged leaves in kraft bags collected free on regular day2
Cleanup events
  • Week after Christmas (Dec 26-31, 2026): up to 5 extra garbage bags without stickers2

Sources: 2026 Holiday Schedule for Solid Waste Collection (PDF), Yard Waste Collection Service Overview, Yard Waste Fees Last checked Report a change

Drop-off sites: landfill, recycling and hazardous waste

Davenport Compost Facility

TypeCompost / yard waste site
Run byThe city
Address2707 Railroad St, Davenport, IA · Map11
HoursApr 1-Nov 30: 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat-Sun; Dec 1-Mar 31: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon-Fri, closed weekends; closed holidays11
FeesDisposal fee (amounts not on page); waived for Davenport and Bettendorf city-service residents during No Sticker weeks; logs/limbs over 6 in. diameter or over 50 lb free (per Yard Waste page)11

Scott Area Landfill

TypeLandfill
Run byWaste Commission of Scott County
AddressCounty Road Y-48, Buffalo, IA (3 miles south of Hwy 61) · Map13
Hours7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mon-Fri; 8-11:30 a.m. Sat13
FeesSee WCSC acceptable materials and fees list13
Who can use itScott County waste; other Iowa waste only with prior approval13

Household Hazardous Material Facility (Scott Area Recycling Center)

TypeHousehold hazardous waste
Run byWaste Commission of Scott County
Address5640 Carey Ave, Davenport, IA · Map14
Hours7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Fri; 8-11:30 a.m. first Saturday of the month14
FeesFree for residents, no appointment14
Who can use itScott and Rock Island County residents14

Electronics Recovery Center

TypeRecycling center
Run byWaste Commission of Scott County
Address5650 Carey Ave, Davenport, IA · Map13
HoursNot published by the city (official page)
FeesNot published by the city (official page)

Item guides: Mattress · Couch and furniture · Appliances · Paint · Batteries · Electronics · Tires · Motor oil · Christmas tree.

Sources: Yard Waste Collection Service Overview, Compost Facility: Directions, Hours, Landfill - Waste Commission of Scott County, Hazardous Material Disposal - Waste Commission of Scott Co… Last checked Report a change

Missed pickup and contacts

Missed pickup formNot published by the city (official page)
Phone563-326-7923 (Public Works / Solid Waste, 7:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri)7
311Not published by the city (official page)
Official websitedavenportiowa.com1
AddressDavenport Public Works, 1200 E 46th St, Davenport, IA 528071
Late set out requestrequest.davenportiowa.com1

Sources: Solid Waste, Excess Waste Options Last checked Report a change

Nearby cities

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Davenport trash pickup FAQ

What day is trash picked up in Davenport?

Davenport does not use one citywide day: your day depends on your address. Look it up with the city’s app (davenportiowa.com) or the ReCollect app.

Is trash picked up on Thanksgiving Day 2026 in Davenport?

Thanksgiving Day falls on Thu, Nov 26, 2026. Delayed one day: Thu and Fri collection one day late (Fri collected on Sat)

Is trash picked up on Christmas Day 2026 in Davenport?

Christmas Day falls on Fri, Dec 25, 2026. Delayed one day: Fri collection one day late (collected Sat)

Is trash picked up on New Year's Day 2027 in Davenport?

New Year's Day falls on Fri, Jan 1, 2027. Delayed one day: Thu and Fri collection one day late the week of Jan 1, 2027

How do I get rid of bulky items in Davenport?

Set collection days. No booking: set bulky items out on your every-other-week recycling/bulky day; for move-outs or large clean-outs request a $40 Special Collection (max 5 cubic yards) online Fees: Regular bulky waste is included in the solid waste fee; Special Collection excess waste $40.

How do I report a missed trash pickup in Davenport?

call 563-326-7923 (Public Works / Solid Waste, 7:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri).

Sources

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    Solid WasteCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  2. 2
    2026 Holiday Schedule for Solid Waste Collection (PDF)City · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  3. 3
    2026 Recycling and Bulky Waste Calendar - North Route (PDF)City · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  4. 4
    Garbage Collection Service OverviewCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  5. 5
    Recycling Collection Service OverviewCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  6. 6
    Bulky Waste Collection Service OverviewCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  7. 7
    Excess Waste OptionsCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
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    Electronic Waste Collection OverviewCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
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    Yard Waste Collection Service OverviewCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
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    Yard Waste FeesCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  11. 11
    Compost Facility: Directions, HoursCity · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
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    Holiday Closing | New Year's Day 2026City · davenportiowa.com · checked October 30, 2026
  13. 13
    Landfill - Waste Commission of Scott CountyCounty · wastecom.com · checked October 30, 2026
  14. 14
    Hazardous Material Disposal - Waste Commission of Scott CountyCounty · wastecom.com · checked October 30, 2026

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