Residents of White Bear Lake may reside either in Ramsey County or Washington County for which refuse rates vary between taxing jurisdictions. Discounts on the 30-gallon trash cart are available for senior citizens over 65 years of age.
2026 Refuse Rates Per Quarter (tax included)
| 30 Gallon | 60 Gallon | 90 Gallon | |
| Ramsey County Refuse Service | $55.79 | $93.10 | $136.17 |
| Senior Rate (65+) | $54.30 | n/a | n/a |
| Washington County Refuse Service | $57.65 | $96.87 | $142.12 |
| Senior Rate (65+) | $56.09 | n/a | n/a |
2025 Refuse Rates Per Quarter (tax included)
| 30 Gallon | 60 Gallon | 90 Gallon | |
| Ramsey County Refuse Service | $53.23 | $87.45 | $126.96 |
| Senior Rate (65+) | $51.87 | n/a | n/a |
| Washington County Refuse Service | $55.02 | $90.98 | $132.50 |
| Senior Rate (65+) | $53.59 | n/a | n/a |