URBAN TRASH CANS

For a small city plaza, I’d usually budget somewhere between $250 and $900 per trash can for standard commercial outdoor bins, such as powder-coated steel or durable plastic models. If you want something more design-forward, heavy-duty, or vandal-resistant, expect closer to $900–$2,000 or more per unit. A small plaza might need around 6–12 cans depending on layout and foot traffic, so the bins alone often land around $2,000–$8,000. Don’t forget installation, concrete pads, mounting hardware, liners, and ongoing emptying and maintenance; those extras can add roughly $100–$300 per unit, and sometimes more if electrical or special anchoring work is needed. So a realistic total for a small city plaza is often about $3,000–$10,000. My advice is to spend a little more on lockable, easy-to-empty, weather-resistant bins, because cheaper units can cost more over time in repairs and replacement. Get quotes from a few commercial site furnishings suppliers and confirm whether delivery and installation are included before you compare prices.