How to recycle electronics in Bloomington, MN
Minnesota bans TVs and most electronics from landfill. Best Buy and Staples accept most electronics free (laptops, phones, monitors up to 50"). Manufacturer take-back (Apple, Samsung, Dell, HP) handles their branded devices free. County HHW accepts e-waste as part of universal waste intake.
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Bloomington basics
- County
- Hennepin County
- Primary ZIPs
- 55420, 55425, 55431, 55435, 55437, 55438
- Curbside schedule
- Weekly garbage, every-other-week recycling, weekly organics (opt-in). All handled by Republic Services under city contract. Find your day at bloomingtonmn.gov.
- Bulk pickup
- Two free bulk-pickup items per year for Bloomington households. Additional items via Republic Services at typical $25-40 per item. Schedule online at bloomingtonmn.gov.
Where to recycle electronics near Bloomington
- 1
Best Buy (multiple Twin Cities locations)
Free recycling for most electronics — TVs and monitors up to 50", laptops, phones, tablets, small appliances. Larger TVs cost $30-50 for in-home haul-away.
- 2
Staples + Office Depot
Accepts smaller electronics + peripherals (keyboards, cables, ink cartridges) free at most locations.
- 3
Hennepin or Ramsey County HHW
All electronics accepted free as universal waste. Wipe drives + factory-reset devices before drop-off — your data is your responsibility.
Read the complete electronics recycling guide
The Bloomington options above are the local cut. For the full breakdown — chemistry, safety prep, federal + state rules, and the longer list of national take-back programs — read the complete guide:
Electronics recycling — full guide →All disposal guides for Bloomington, MN
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