How Much Does It Cost To Rent A Dump Trailer?

Dump trailer rentals on the Big Rentals marketplace currently run $110–$175/day for the most common 12–16-ft configurations. The difference between the low and high end of that range comes down to three things — trailer size, payload capacity and local market. This post breaks down what you get at each price point using real current listings from the marketplace, explains what drives the variation and covers what else to budget beyond the daily rate. To search available listings near you, browse dump trailer rentals on the marketplace.

Current Dump Trailer Rental Rates by Size

Small dump trailers (10–12 ft): $145–$165/day

The smallest rental dump trailers in the marketplace — 10-ft and 12-ft configurations — run $145–$165/day. A 10-ft trailer currently listed in Rigby, ID at $145/day carries a 5,428-lb payload and handles landscaping debris, yard waste, mulch runs and small residential cleanout loads. A 12-ft configuration in Pasadena, CA and Long Beach, CA with 6,000–10,000-lb capacity handles heavier materials — gravel and fill in smaller quantities, concrete rubble from small demo jobs and household cleanouts.

The 10–12-ft class is the right booking when site access is a constraint, the job volume is modest or the load is light material that doesn't push toward the upper end of a larger trailer's payload. At $145–$165/day, these are the most affordable dump trailer rentals in the marketplace. For the weight math on what fits in each size class, see our guide on how to choose the right size dump trailer.

• Daily rate: $145–$165 based on current Big Rentals marketplace listings
• Typical dimensions: 10'–12'L x 5'–8'W x 3'–4'H
• Payload capacity: 5,428–10,000 lbs depending on trailer
• Best for: landscaping debris, yard waste, small gravel or fill runs, residential cleanouts

Mid-size dump trailers (14 ft): $110–$175/day

The 14-ft class is the most common dump trailer size in the marketplace and shows the widest price variation — from $110/day at multiple listings in Hamilton, KY to $175/day in Shelbyville, KY for trailers with similar payload ratings. Most 14-ft trailers in the marketplace carry 9,260–12,308 lbs of payload — enough for substantial landscaping loads, contractor debris hauls, moderate gravel and fill jobs and roofing material disposal.

The $110–$140/day end of the range typically reflects competitive regional markets with higher listing supply. The $165–$175/day end reflects lower-supply markets or newer, higher-spec trailers with features like scissor hoists and tarp kits. At current marketplace rates, most renters will find 14-ft trailers in their area at $110–$165/day. This is the size class to start with for most residential and light contractor jobs.

• Daily rate: $110–$175 based on current Big Rentals marketplace listings — most markets cluster at $110–$165
• Typical dimensions: 14'L x 7'W x 2'–3'H
• Payload capacity: 9,260–12,308 lbs depending on trailer
• Best for: landscaping loads, contractor debris, gravel and fill, roofing tear-offs, residential demo
• Most common class: widest availability across markets — right default for most residential and contractor jobs

Larger dump trailers (16 ft): $150/day

The 16-ft class provides the largest payload in the standard bumper-pull dump trailer range. Current marketplace listings show $150/day for a 16' x 8' x 3' trailer in Walton, KY with 10,000-lb capacity and a 16' x 7' configuration in Aurora, CO with 9,000-lb capacity. The 16-ft trailer covers jobs where volume is the primary constraint — large landscaping material hauls, full construction site debris cleanouts and multi-yard material runs where a 14-ft trailer would require additional trips.

At $150/day, the 16-ft class isn't significantly more expensive than many 14-ft options and may be the more efficient booking for any job where the extra 2 ft of deck length meaningfully reduces the number of haul cycles required.

• Daily rate: $150 based on current Big Rentals marketplace listings
• Typical dimensions: 16'L x 7'–8'W x 3'H
• Payload capacity: 9,000–10,000 lbs
• Best for: large landscaping hauls, full site cleanouts, multi-yard material runs
• Value consideration: not significantly more expensive than 14-ft options — may save trips on larger jobs

What Drives Price Variation

Size and payload capacity: bigger costs more, but size the job first

Larger trailers with higher payload ratings cost more to rent — the relationship is direct but not perfectly linear. A 10-ft trailer at $145/day and a 14-ft trailer at $165/day reflect both the size difference and a significant payload capacity difference (5,428 lbs vs. 12,308 lbs). A renter who needs to move 5 yards of gravel (approximately 7,500 lbs) and books the 10-ft trailer at $145/day may need two hauls to complete the job; a 14-ft trailer at $165/day completes it in one. The $20/day difference in rental rate is not the full cost comparison when haul cycles are factored in.

Size the trailer to the job first. Compare prices within the right size class second.

• Larger size and higher payload: generally higher daily rate
• Size first: the cheapest listing in the wrong size class costs more in extra hauls than the right size at a higher rate
• Payload capacity varies: two trailers at the same length can have significantly different payload ratings — check the spec sheet

Local market and supply: the same trailer, different prices

The same 14-ft trailer configuration rents for $110/day in Hamilton, KY and $175/day in Shelbyville, KY — two markets roughly 80 miles apart. Supply, demand and local partner pricing decisions drive these differences more than trailer quality or specs. Markets with more listing supply tend toward lower rates; lower-supply markets price higher.

This is why searching for local availability produces more accurate budgeting than using a national price estimate. The Big Rentals marketplace shows real listings with real rates for your specific area — a search by location gives the current local range rather than a national average that may not apply to your market.

• Same size, different market: $110–$175/day for comparable 14-ft trailers in nearby markets
• Supply and demand: more local supply drives lower rates; lower supply drives higher rates
• Search locally: marketplace listings by location give the current real range for your area

Trailer age, spec and included features

A 2025 or 2026 trailer with a scissor hoist, tarp kit, rear slide-in ramps and welded D-rings commands a higher rate than an older trailer with a standard hydraulic lift and no accessories. The current Denver, CO 14-ft listing — a 2025 RawMaxx with scissor hoist, HD KTI pump, tarp kit and rear ramps — is a higher-spec trailer than a basic older dump trailer at the same size. The additional features and newer condition justify the rate premium for renters doing multi-haul jobs where the tarp kit and rear ramps provide real operational value.

When comparing listings at different price points within the same size class, check the spec sheet: payload capacity, trailer weight, hitch type, included accessories and model year explain most of the rate differences.

• Newer trailers with more features: higher daily rate — scissor hoist, tarp kit, rear ramps add operational value
• Older or basic-spec trailers: lower rate for the same size class — fine for straightforward single-haul jobs
• What to check: payload capacity, trailer weight, hitch type, accessories and model year before comparing rates

What Else to Budget

Tow vehicle fuel

The dump trailer daily rate is the rental cost — full stop. There are no per-mile charges on Big Rentals marketplace rentals. The only additional cost beyond the daily rate is fuel in the tow vehicle, which uses 2–5 fewer mpg while towing a loaded dump trailer depending on trailer weight, tow vehicle size and terrain. On a job with multiple haul cycles, estimate total towing distance and apply the reduced mpg figure to get a realistic fuel add-on. A 25-mile round trip to the disposal site repeated three times on a tow vehicle that normally gets 18 mpg but gets 12 mpg under load adds approximately 6 additional gallons of fuel — roughly $18–$24 at current prices.

• No per-mile charges: daily rate is the full rental cost on Big Rentals marketplace rentals
• Tow vehicle fuel: 2–5 fewer mpg while towing loaded — estimate haul cycles and total distance
• Multi-haul jobs: fuel cost accumulates across multiple disposal runs — factor into the job budget

Multi-day rentals

Most Big Rentals partners offer lower per-day rates for rentals extending beyond one day. A job that requires two days of hauling may cost less than two separate single-day bookings — ask the rental partner about multi-day pricing before booking. A two-day job budgeted at the single-day rate will overestimate the rental cost if a multi-day discount applies.

• Multi-day rates: most partners price lower per day for extended rentals — ask before booking
• Two-day job: may cost less than two single-day bookings — confirm with the partner at booking

Disposal fees

The dump trailer gets the material to the disposal site. What the disposal site charges is a separate cost that varies significantly by material type and location. Transfer station fees for general construction debris typically run $50–$150 per load depending on weight and region. Concrete and asphalt disposal is often cheaper at dedicated recycling facilities than at general transfer stations. Roofing shingles typically carry a premium at most facilities — confirm rates at the specific facility before the job.

The trailer rental and the disposal fees together are the total project cost. The daily rate is only half of it on most jobs.

• Disposal fees: separate from the trailer rental — charged by the disposal facility per load
• General construction debris: typically $50–$150 per load at transfer stations
• Concrete and asphalt: often cheaper at dedicated recycling facilities
• Roofing shingles: typically carry a premium — confirm rates at the specific facility before the job
• Total job cost: trailer rental + disposal fees + fuel = the accurate budget figure

Quick Reference: What You Get at Each Price Point

$110–$125/day: 14-ft bumper-pull dump trailer with 9,000–11,000-lb payload in competitive Midwest and regional markets. The most accessible price point in the marketplace for the most common trailer size — right for most residential and light contractor hauls.

$140–$165/day: 10–14-ft dump trailer across most markets — the standard price range covering the majority of available listings. Mix of sizes and specs; payload capacity and trailer condition vary at this tier. Most renters will find their local market in this range.

$165–$175/day: Higher-spec or newer trailers, lower-supply markets, or larger 14–16-ft configurations. May include scissor hoist, tarp kit and rear slide-in ramps that provide real value on multi-haul jobs. Worth the premium if the job calls for the features.

Insurance and Damage Protection

Before towing a rented trailer, contact your auto insurance provider to ask whether your policy covers liability and towing-related damage claims.

Eligible rentals booked through Big Rentals also include Basic Rental Protection at checkout. This added protection can help limit your financial responsibility for certain damage or theft events during the rental period.

For full details on how Basic Rental Protection works, including deductibles, exclusions and renter responsibilities, review our FAQ and platform terms.

The Short Version

Most dump trailer rentals on the Big Rentals marketplace fall between $110 and $175/day — size up to the right payload capacity for the job, then search locally to find the current rate in your market. The daily rental rate is one part of the total job cost; disposal fees and tow vehicle fuel are the other two. Before booking, confirm the material fits within the trailer's payload and the trailer size covers the job volume. See our guides on what you can haul in a dump trailer and how to choose the right size dump trailer before booking.

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