Dumpster Rental Golden, CO
Looking for dumpster rental Golden CO with clear prices and online booking? You found it. We deliver 10 to 40 yard roll-off dumpsters across Golden, from downtown Clear Creek to Lookout Mountain and the Table Mountains. Book online in minutes or call us for help picking a size.
Quick answer
Golden has about 20,399 residents in Jefferson County. A 10-yard dumpster averages $586 nationally, and a 20-yard averages $679, per Dumpsters.com in October 2026. Denver metro operators publish lower local ranges, with a 20-yard from $330. Driveway delivery usually needs no permit. Street placement needs a city permit, so check with Golden Public Works first.
Dumpster rental Golden CO prices
Golden sits at the foothills west of Denver, so Denver metro prices apply here. The table below shows national averages from Dumpsters.com, published in October 2026. The national range runs $286-$1,613 across all sizes. Local Denver ranges sit below the national averages for the popular sizes.
| Size | Published market range | Included tons | Rental days | Overage | Extra day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-yard | $586 national average | 1-3 tons | 7-14 days | $40-$100 per ton | $10-$25 per day |
| 15-yard | No published national average | 1.5-3 tons | 7-14 days | $40-$100 per ton | $10-$25 per day |
| 20-yard | $679 national average | 2-4 tons | 7-14 days | $40-$100 per ton | $10-$25 per day |
| 30-yard | $809 national average | 3-5 tons | 7-14 days | $40-$100 per ton | $10-$25 per day |
| 40-yard | $906 national average | 4-6 tons | 7-14 days | $40-$100 per ton | $10-$25 per day |
Golden pricing tracks the Denver metro. HBS Trash lists a 20-yard at $330-$500 and a 30-yard at $345-$550, with 14 days and 3 tons included, $75 per ton over, and $5 per extra day. Mo's Hauling lists a 15-yard at $300 for 3 days or $365 for 7 days, plus $30 per extra day and $70 per ton over. Dumpster Rental Dogs lists a Denver 30-yard at $535-$635 for 14 days with 3 tons. These are published market ranges from October 2026, not our prices. Our exact price is confirmed when you book.
To compare Golden costs with the rest of the state, see the Colorado dumpster rental prices page.
What size fits your Golden job?
Golden jobs split by slope and size. Foothills remodels take a 20-yard, but steep lots limit placement, so measure first. A roofing tear-off takes a 10-yard, because shingles are heavy. School of Mines construction takes a 30-yard or 40-yard. An estate cleanout takes a 20-yard with a walk-in door. The size calculator matches your job in under a minute.
Not sure which size fits your Golden job? Try the free dumpster size calculator, or read the size guide first. Sizes: 10-yard, 15-yard, 20-yard, 30-yard, 40-yard.
Golden at a glance
Golden has 20,399 people at the 2020 census, and it is the county seat of Jefferson County. The main ZIP codes are 80401 and 80403. Neighborhoods include downtown Golden, the Colorado School of Mines campus area, Lookout Mountain, and Genesee nearby. Golden was founded in 1859 during the gold rush, and it served as the capital of Colorado Territory from 1862 to 1867. Clear Creek runs through downtown between North and South Table Mountains.
Golden has about 8,175 housing units, and the median home value sits near $716,500. Downtown holds older homes on small lots with steep streets. The foothills hold larger homes on sloped lots where truck access needs care. Many Golden mailing addresses sit outside city limits, in unincorporated Jefferson County. The city repealed its 1 percent residential growth cap in December 2025, so new builds are picking up. Tell us about steep grades when you book.
A dumpster on your own driveway usually needs no permit in Golden. A dumpster on the street, sidewalk, or other public right of way needs a city permit. Check with Golden Public Works before you book a street placement, and allow extra days for approval. Permit fees and lead times change, so confirm the current rules with the city. We do not list a fee here because the city does not publish a fixed one for this permit.
Most mixed debris from Golden goes to the Denver Arapahoe Disposal Site (DADS) at 3500 S Gun Club Road in Aurora, CO 80018. It is the main metro landfill for Jefferson County loads. Do not put paint, chemicals, batteries, tires, or electronics in the dumpster. Colorado bans electronics from landfills. Take those to a county hazardous waste site instead.
Dumpster services in Golden
Golden jobs mix downtown remodels, School of Mines area work, and foothills construction. Steep lots produce concrete, rock, and dirt that suit a 10-yard because of weight. Downtown remodels suit a 20-yard. New builds after the growth cap repeal suit a 30-yard. Commercial work near the Coors brewery and the campus suits a 30-yard or 40-yard.
How delivery and pickup work in Golden
Golden delivery needs a plan for steep lots. Clear the driveway of cars and low branches before the truck arrives. The truck needs about 60 feet of straight space and about 10.5 feet of width, plus 25-30 feet of clear height. Boards go under the rails so the driveway stays safe. Your rental runs 7-14 days as standard. When the job is done, request pickup and we collect the dumpster, usually the next business day.
Golden foothills lots are steep, so read the driveway protection guide before delivery day. The weight limits guide helps with heavy debris, and the Colorado permit guide covers street placement.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dumpster rental cost in Golden?
A 10-yard averages $586 and a 20-yard averages $679 nationally, per Dumpsters.com in October 2026. Denver metro operators publish lower ranges, with a 20-yard from $330 with HBS Trash. Your exact Golden price depends on size, weight, and rental days, and we confirm it before you pay.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Golden?
No permit is usually needed when the dumpster sits on your own driveway. Street or sidewalk placement needs a city permit from Golden Public Works. Check with the city before booking a street spot, and allow extra days for approval.
Can a dumpster truck reach a steep Golden driveway?
Often yes, but tell us the grade first. Foothills driveways can be steep, and the truck needs a safe approach. The driver may ask for a flatter spot or a street placement with a permit. Never load a dumpster on a slope where it could shift.
What size dumpster fits Golden concrete and rock?
A 10-yard is the only safe pick for concrete, rock, and dirt. Foothills lots produce heavy debris, and weight limits hit fast. Never load heavy debris in a 30-yard or 40-yard. Overage runs $40-$100 per ton in most published market ranges.
Is my address actually inside the City of Golden?
Maybe not. Many Golden mailing addresses sit outside city limits, in unincorporated Jefferson County. Applewood, Pleasant View, and Genesee carry Golden mail but sit outside the city. Permit rules follow city limits, not your mail.
How long can I keep a dumpster in Golden?
The standard rental runs 7-14 days. Most Golden remodels finish inside two weeks. Extra days cost $10-$25 per day in most published market ranges. Set your dates at booking and we arrange pickup with you.
Dumpster rental near Golden
Golden sits in the wider Denver Metro region. See the Denver Metro region page for the full list of cities we serve there.
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Last updated: November 13, 2026. Prices shown are published market ranges with sources cited. Our exact prices are confirmed at booking.