How to Get Rid of Old Paint in Jersey City, NJ
✓ Last verified October 22, 2026 against official Jersey City, New Jersey and retailer sources. See sources.
Quick answer
- Oil-based paint: drop it off at the JCDPW Main Office, 13-15 Linden Ave. East, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Bring proof of residency.
- Latex paint cans: once rinsed out with the lids off, JCDPW says they can go to the curb with regular garbage.
- The free HCIA household hazardous waste day on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026 (9 a.m.–1 p.m., 13-15 Linden Ave.) accepts both oil-based and latex paint.
- Questions: JCDPW 201-547-4400, HCIA 201-324-6222 ext. 3225.
Your options in Jersey City
Oil-based paint: JCDPW drop-off Free
The city's Bulk/Special Disposal guidelines say oil-based paint must be dropped off at the JCDPW Main Office. Proof of residency is required. No fee is listed.
- Where
- JCDPW Main Office, 13-15 Linden Ave. East, Jersey City, NJ 07305
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Bring
- Proof of Jersey City residency
Source: Jersey City DPW, Division of Sanitation – Bulk/Special Disposal guidelines (PDF)
Latex paint cans: regular garbage once rinsed Free
According to JCDPW, latex paint cans that have been rinsed out, with the covers taken off, can go to the curb with regular garbage and no longer need to come to the drop-off site. The city's guidance covers rinsed cans. If you have a lot of liquid latex paint left, bring it to an HCIA collection day, which accepts latex paint.
Sources: Jersey City DPW, Division of Sanitation – Bulk/Special Disposal guidelines (PDF); HCIA – 2026 Household Hazardous Waste, Electronics & Tire Collection flyer (PDF)
HCIA household hazardous waste day Free
The Hudson County Improvement Authority's 2026 collection days accept oil-based and latex paint along with other household hazardous waste, electronics and tires. Events are free and held rain or shine. Proof of residence may be required.
- Next date
- Saturday, October 31, 2026, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. – Municipal Service Complex, 13-15 Linden Ave., Jersey City
- Hotline
- 201-324-6222 ext. 3225
Sources: HCIA – 2026 Household Hazardous Waste, Electronics & Tire Collection flyer (PDF); Hudson County Improvement Authority – Hazardous Waste
Don't do this
- Don't put liquid oil-based paint in the trash or at the curb.
- Don't pour paint down a drain or storm sewer.
- Don't put paint cans in your recycling. The city's recycling sheets exclude paint cans.
Or pay someone to haul it
If you can't get it to a drop-off site, or can't wait for city pickup, a junk-removal service can take it from inside your home. Prices depend on the company, your location and the size of the load, so get a quote first. Ask whether they recycle or donate items and whether they follow Jersey City's rules, especially for electronics and paint.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get rid of oil-based paint in Jersey City?
At the JCDPW Main Office, 13-15 Linden Ave. East, Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–3 p.m., with proof of residency, or at an HCIA household hazardous waste day.
Can latex paint go in the garbage in Jersey City?
JCDPW says latex paint cans that are rinsed out, with the lids off, can go to the curb with regular garbage. HCIA's collection days also accept latex paint.
Is there a PaintCare drop-off in New Jersey?
No. PaintCare's program list doesn't include New Jersey. A bill (S666) was introduced in 2026 but hasn't become law.
Sources
All checked on October 22, 2026. Rules, hours and fees change, so confirm with the source before you go.