How big should your garbage container be?
You can calculate exactly how much container space you need for your trash.
Average 3 pounds of garbage per person, per day.
About 175 pounds of garbage per 55 gallon container per month. More if you press the garbage down, less if it's not in bags.
Four 55 gallon containers equal 1 yard.
.120 yards of garbage per person, per week on average.
500 people in your community X .120 = 60 yards needed per week.