How to get rid of a mattress in Little Rock, AR

Last updated: November 3, 2026

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Quick answer

Call 311 to schedule a bulky item pickup (the first four a year are free), then set the mattress out for collection as instructed.

Pickup Yes
Bag Not required
Cost The first four bulky item or ap…
Appointment Yes

✓ Last verified: 2026-11-03

Curbside: Yes, by appointment. Mattresses are listed as acceptable items for Little Rock's Bulky Item Collection.
Bag rule: Not required. The City's bulky item rules don't ask you to bag mattresses.
Cost / fines: The first four bulky item or appliance pickups each calendar year are free. After that, each pickup is $25 for 2 cubic yards plus $10 for each extra cubic yard, added to your monthly solid waste bill.
Appointment: Yes. Bulky item pickup must be scheduled in advance by calling 311.
Tip: Group the mattress with any other bulky items for the same pickup, since each pickup counts toward your four free ones. Electronics, tires, liquid paint and construction debris aren't accepted.

Official source: littlerock.gov

Helpful supplies

Mattress disposal bag — A sealed plastic bag keeps the mattress clean and is required for curbside pickup in some cities.
Moving straps or a furniture dolly — Makes it easier to carry a heavy mattress down stairs and out to the curb.

FAQ

How do I get rid of a mattress in Little Rock?

Call 311 to schedule a bulky item pickup (the first four a year are free), then set the mattress out for collection as instructed.

Does my mattress need to be bagged in Little Rock?

Not required. The City's bulky item rules don't ask you to bag mattresses.

How much does mattress disposal cost in Little Rock?

The first four bulky item or appliance pickups each calendar year are free. After that, each pickup is $25 for 2 cubic yards plus $10 for each extra cubic yard, added to your monthly solid waste bill.

Do I need an appointment for mattress pickup in Little Rock?

Yes. Bulky item pickup must be scheduled in advance by calling 311.