Porta Potty Rental Prices: 2026 Cost Guide
How much does it cost to rent a porta potty? A standard unit is usually $150–$300 a week. Below are published 2026 prices by unit type and by use, with local examples from 10 metros.
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Prices by unit type
| Unit type | Typical price | Other published rates |
|---|---|---|
| Standard porta potty | $150–$300 a week | $75–$175 for a single day; $125–$275 a month on job sites |
| Deluxe / flushable unit | $250–$320 a week | Flushable with sink, construction unit (ZTERS) |
| ADA accessible unit | $200–$275 a week | ADA event unit (ZTERS) |
| Restroom trailer | $1,070–$4,000 (2-stall, ZTERS) a week | Typical 2-stall: $1,195 per event plus tax, delivery and fees (Goodyear Event Rentals, Phoenix area, mid-range). Operators publish $649–$1,600; high end $2,799 plus setup and pack-up (Stahla). Some include delivery and setup, others charge extra |
| Handwash station | +$50–$100 a month | Added to a unit rental (ZTERS) |
Sources: ZTERS (rental marketplace) 2026 porta potty cost guide; Stahla Services (rental operator) 2026 restroom trailer price list. ZTERS is a rental marketplace; Stahla Services is a national operator whose prices sit at the high end. The restroom trailer figure is from Goodyear Event Rentals (Phoenix area), a mid-range price among the trailer prices we track. Checked 15 November 2026.
Prices by use
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Weddings and events
Priced per weekend. Standard units $150–$300 per event; a typical 2-stall restroom trailer $1,195 plus delivery (Goodyear Event Rentals, Phoenix area).
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Construction sites
Four-week cycles with weekly service, about $125–$275 per unit. OSHA ratios apply.
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Long-term monthly
Cheapest per day. 2-stall restroom trailers $2,700–$5,299 for a single month; the middle two published prices are $3,000–$4,410.
More guides
- Luxury porta potty rental: VIP units and restroom trailers, with trailer costs including setup and pack-up.
- Porta potty dimensions: manufacturer sizes for standard, flushable and ADA units.
- OSHA toilet requirements: 29 CFR 1926.51 ratios for job sites.
Local porta potty rental prices
Only a minority of providers publish prices. These are the metros where at least one did, checked in November 2026:
| Metro | Provider | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | Genesis Portables | Standard unit | $90 per day |
| Los Angeles, CA | Genesis Portables | Unit with built-in sink | $100 per day |
| Dallas, TX | NTX Porta Potties | Standard unit, weekend event | $150–$300 |
| Dallas, TX | NTX Porta Potties | ADA unit, weekend event | $230–$350 |
| Dallas, TX | NTX Porta Potties | Construction unit, weekly service | $175–$500 per month |
| Houston, TX | Buck Waste | Standard unit | $100–$300 per week |
| San Antonio, TX | Platinum Potty Rentals | Restroom trailer, short-term | $1,200–$1,800 |
| San Diego, CA | Patriot Portable Restrooms | Standard unit, weekly service | $225–$275 per month |
| San Diego, CA | Patriot Portable Restrooms | Standard unit, weekend event | $225–$325 |
| San Diego, CA | Patriot Portable Restrooms | Deluxe unit with sink, weekly service | $325–$475 per month |
| San Diego, CA | Patriot Portable Restrooms | Handwash station | $135–$225 per month |
| Austin, TX | Platinum Potty Rentals | Restroom trailer, short-term | $1,200–$1,800 |
| Denver, CO | Dumpster Dogs | Standard unit, 28 days with weekly cleaning | $175 |
| Denver, CO | Dumpster Dogs | ADA unit, 28 days | $250 |
| Denver, CO | Dumpster Dogs | Handwash station, 28 days | $175 |
| Fresno, CA | Sierra Sanitation | Event unit, weekend | from $185 |
| Fresno, CA | Sierra Sanitation | Construction unit, every 4 weeks | $100–$150 |
| Fresno, CA | Sierra Sanitation | ADA unit, weekend | from $350 |
| Bakersfield, CA | Prime Sanitation | Per unit (type not stated) | $159–$299 |
| Fort Worth, TX | NTX Porta Potties | Standard unit, weekend event | $150–$300 |
| Fort Worth, TX | NTX Porta Potties | ADA unit, weekend event | $230–$350 |
| Fort Worth, TX | NTX Porta Potties | Construction unit, weekly service | $175–$500 per month |
Five things that set your price
- Unit type. Standard, flushable, ADA, VIP and trailers each step up in cost.
- Rental length. Weekend, weekly and four-week rates differ; longer is cheaper per day.
- Servicing. One cleaning a week is normal. Extra visits typically cost $30–$60 each.
- Distance and access. Delivery beyond the free radius is charged per mile.
- Timing. Summer and fall weekends and holidays cost more and book out.
Next: work out how many units you need.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to rent a porta potty per day?
About $75–$175 for a standard unit (ZTERS 2026). In Los Angeles, Genesis Portables publishes $90 a day, or $100 with a built-in sink.
How much is a porta potty rental per week?
Typically $150–$300 for a standard unit with delivery, one cleaning and pickup. ADA units run about $200–$275 and flushable construction units with sinks $250–$320 a week. Special event units are $150–$200 a week (ZTERS).
How much does a porta potty cost per month?
About $125–$275 per unit for a four-week cycle with weekly service. Denver's Dumpster Dogs publishes $175 per 28 days with weekly cleaning.
What hidden fees should I ask about?
Delivery beyond the free radius, same-day or after-hours delivery, extra service visits, damage waivers, fuel or environmental surcharges and winterizing. Ask for an itemized written quote.