Amazon Bin Stores in Alabama
From the US-431 corridor in North Alabama down to the Wiregrass, we tracked down every active bin store in the state, checked their hours ourselves, and mapped them so you don’t waste a Saturday morning driving to a store that’s closed. Part of our full Amazon bin store directory covering every state we’ve verified.
Quick Answer
Alabama has 14 actively operating bin stores as of this update, concentrated most heavily along the US-431 corridor in North Alabama (Albertville, Guntersville, Gadsden, Fort Payne, and the Huntsville area). Prices typically start around $8–$12 on restock day and drop daily to as low as $0.50 by the end of the week. None of these stores are owned by Amazon; they’re independent retailers that buy liquidated pallets of customer returns and overstock.
How the Alabama Bin Store Model Actually Works
A bin store is a retail shop built around one simple idea: buy a truckload of customer returns, overstock, and liquidated merchandise from major retailers, dump it into large bins, and let shoppers dig through it at a fraction of the original price. Alabama’s bin stores follow a weekly cycle new pallets arrive on a set restock day, and whatever doesn’t sell gets marked down day by day until the next truck comes in. Unlike a regular thrift store, most of what you’ll find still has its original packaging, and a lot of it has never actually been used. If you’re comparing options beyond this state, our full bin store directory covers every state we’ve verified so far.
What Keeps Alabama Shoppers Coming Back Every Week
Alabama has taken to bin store shopping the same way neighboring states have, and it’s not hard to see why. A $10 pallet item can end up costing fifty cents by midweek, the inventory changes constantly so no two visits look the same, and the “treasure hunt” format has turned into a genuine weekend hobby for a lot of families and resellers across the state. North Alabama in particular has built up enough stores along the US-431 corridor that shoppers will often plan a multi-stop route on a single Saturday. New to the concept? Our guide to how bin stores work breaks down the pricing model in more detail before you head out.
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North Alabama
The heaviest concentration of bin stores in the state, running along US-431 and I-59.
Bargain Bins Albertville Bin Store in Albertville, Alabama
Marshall County · along the US-431 corridor in North Alabama
3520 US-431, Albertville, AL 35950 · (256) 845-3340
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2 | $1 | Closed | Closed | $8 | $6 | Call to confirm |
Closed Wednesday and Thursday between restocks; Friday’s fresh truck is the highest-priced day of the week.
Local Shopping Notes
- Electronics and toys tend to move fast here, so restock morning on Friday is worth the early trip.
- This is the flagship location for the small Bargain Bins chain, so its bins are usually the most picked-through by Wednesday’s close.
- Call ahead if you’re driving in from Gadsden or Huntsville, since holiday weeks can shift the schedule.
Bargain Bins of Huntsville Bin Store in Huntsville, Alabama (Brownsboro)
Madison County · off US-431 north of downtown Huntsville
5549 US-431, Brownsboro, AL 35741 · (256)-845-3340
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Restock | Drops daily |
Saturday is the restock day here, with prices stepping down through the following week rather than a Friday truck.
Local Shopping Notes
- Saturday mornings draw the biggest crowd of any North Alabama location, so arrive within the first hour of opening.
- No phone number is publicly listed for this store check their Facebook page for same-day hours before the drive.
- This location reopened after a previous closure, so double-check current hours before heading out.
Bargain Bins Gadsden Bin Store in Gadsden, Alabama
Etowah County · in Northeast Alabama
301 N 12th St, Suite L, Gadsden, AL 35901 · (256) 845-3340
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2 | Call to confirm | $0.50 | Closed | $8 | $6 | Call to confirm |
Runs the same Friday-through-Wednesday cycle as the Albertville location, closed Thursdays for restock.
Local Shopping Notes
- Part of the same small chain as Albertville and Anniston, so inventory patterns tend to look similar week to week.
- If Albertville’s bins look picked over, this Gadsden location is worth a same-day detour.
- Suite L can be easy to miss from the road — look for the shared strip mall entrance on 12th Street.
Bargain Bins of Fort Payne Bin Store in Fort Payne, Alabama
DeKalb County · serving DeKalb County shoppers
2000 Gault Ave N, Suite C, Fort Payne, AL 35967 · (256) 979-1950
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm |
Exact daily pricing isn’t independently confirmed for this location yet — call ahead or check Facebook before visiting.
Local Shopping Notes
- Holiday weeks can shift the restock day here, so a quick call ahead saves a wasted trip.
- DeKalb County shoppers often pair this stop with the Fort Payne outlet shops on the same afternoon.
- Ask staff which day the newest truck landed — that’s the fastest way to gauge selection before you dig in.
Mike’s Bins Bin Store in Guntersville, Alabama
Marshall County · on Gunter Avenue in Marshall County
1801 Gunter Ave, Guntersville, AL · (256) 582-0098
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm |
Runs more like an off-price department store than a strict daily-drop bin store — call ahead for the current schedule.
Local Shopping Notes
- The wider merchandise mix here rewards a slower walk-through rather than a fast dig.
- Worth pairing with the Albertville store since both sit along the same Marshall County stretch of US-431.
- Call ahead during holiday weeks, since restock timing can shift around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Bin Frenzy Bin Store in Cullman, Alabama
Cullman County · on Town Square SW in Cullman
1644 Town Square SW, Cullman, AL · Phone not listed confirm via Facebook before visiting
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | $0.50 | Closed | $8 | $7 | $5 |
Friday’s restock runs high, then drops daily to a reported fifty cents by Wednesday, with Thursday closed for the next truck.
Local Shopping Notes
- Wednesday’s rock-bottom pricing draws a crowd — bring a basket early since the best sections empty out fast.
- This is one of the more consistently restocked stores in North Alabama, so weekly visits tend to pay off.
- Check their Facebook page the morning of your visit, since exact hours shift with staffing.
Jack’s Dollar Deals Bin Store in Sheffield, Alabama
Colbert County · in the Shoals area of Northwest Alabama
500 S Montgomery Ave #132, Sheffield, AL 35660 · (256) 978-5836
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2 | $1 (10am–2pm) / $0.50 (2–6pm) | Closed | Closed | $5 | $3 | Closed |
Tuesday has a rare two-tier drop — the afternoon price falls further than the morning price on the same day.
Local Shopping Notes
- If Tuesday morning doesn’t fit your schedule, come back after 2pm for the deeper afternoon markdown.
- This location also has a sister store across the state line in Tupelo, Mississippi, for Shoals-area shoppers who travel.
- Cash and card are both accepted here, which isn’t a given at every Alabama bin store.
Bargain Bins Anniston Bin Store in Anniston, Alabama
Calhoun County · in Calhoun County
1556 Greenbrier Dear Rd, Anniston, AL · (256) 845-3340
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm |
Runs on the same small-chain model as the Albertville and Gadsden stores — call ahead for this week’s exact price schedule.
Local Shopping Notes
- Shares a phone line with the Albertville and Gadsden locations, so ask specifically about the Anniston schedule when you call.
- Shoppers sometimes save online items they’ve already spotted in a bin here — treat it as a bonus if you recognize something.
- Double-check prices at checkout, since a few shoppers have reported occasional register mismatches.
Central Alabama
Covering the Birmingham metro and the Montgomery / River Region area.
Bin Depot Bessemer Bin Store in Bessemer, Alabama
Jefferson County · in the Birmingham metro area
700 19th St N, Bessemer, AL 35020 · (205) 425-8234
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | $0.50 | Call to confirm | Restock | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm |
One of the largest and best-reviewed bin stores in the state, with a new truck landing every Thursday.
Local Shopping Notes
- Grab lunch at the in-store deli counter after digging through the bins — it’s a bigger draw here than at most bin stores.
- With 900+ Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars, this is one of the more consistently organized bin stores in the state.
- Tuesday’s fifty-cent pricing is confirmed by shoppers, but double-check the rest of the week’s schedule before driving in.
Bid Llama Bin Store in Birmingham, Alabama
Jefferson County · in downtown Birmingham
3401 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL · (205) 882-3388
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm |
Bid Llama mixes live auctions with a traditional bin sale, so pricing doesn’t follow the standard flat-rate weekly drop.
Local Shopping Notes
- Follow their social pages for scheduled live auction times — those items move differently than the standard bins.
- Because the format is part auction, this is a better fit if you’re chasing a specific item rather than just browsing.
- Weekly restocking means the bin side of the store still refreshes even between auction events.
Black Friday Deals Bin Store in Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery County · on East South Boulevard in the capital city
2020 E South Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36116 · (334) 356-7070
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2 | Call to confirm | $0.50 | Closed | $8 | $6 | $4 |
Montgomery’s best-known bin store, with a straightforward five-day drop from Friday’s restock down to Wednesday’s fifty-cent close.
Local Shopping Notes
- Friday’s restock draws the biggest crowd in the capital area Monday or Tuesday is a calmer way to shop the same inventory.
- Wednesday’s shorter hours (9am–5pm) line up with the lowest prices of the week, so don’t arrive expecting a late visit.
- This is the most centrally located bin store for Montgomery shoppers who don’t want to drive out to Prattville.
Discount Central Liquidation Bin Store in Prattville, Alabama
Autauga County · just outside Montgomery
2277 Cobbs Ford Rd, Prattville, AL · Phone not listed confirm via Facebook before visiting
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | $0.50 | Closed | $9 | $7 | $5 |
Follows a similar restock-and-drop cycle to Black Friday Deals in Montgomery, just with slightly higher restock-day pricing.
Local Shopping Notes
- A solid second stop the same day if Black Friday Deals in Montgomery looks picked over.
- Cobbs Ford Road gets busy with other retail traffic, so give yourself extra time to park on a Friday restock day.
- Call ahead to confirm Thursday’s closure before making the drive from Montgomery.
Southeast Alabama (Wiregrass)
Two solid options for Dothan-area shoppers, both worth checking on the same trip.
Bin Diggin Bin Store in Dothan, Alabama
Houston County · in the Wiregrass region of Southeast Alabama
2497 Montgomery Hwy, Dothan, AL · (334) 446-4186
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | $5 | $3 | $2 | $1 |
Runs a tight four-day pricing cycle from Thursday’s restock down to Sunday’s one-dollar close.
Local Shopping Notes
- Sunday’s dollar pricing is the best value window if you can wait that long into the cycle.
- The four-day cycle is shorter than most Alabama bin stores, so don’t expect a Monday restock.
- Pairs well with a same-day stop at Wiregrass Bargains a few minutes away.
Wiregrass Bargains Bin Store in Dothan, Alabama
Houston County · in the Wiregrass region of Southeast Alabama
2701 W Main St, Suite 1, Dothan, AL · (334) 699-4222
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm | Call to confirm |
Carries a broader mix of overstock from major retailers than a typical bin store — call ahead for the current price schedule.
Local Shopping Notes
- A short drive from Bin Diggin, so Dothan shoppers often hit both locations the same afternoon.
- The apparel and electronics selection here tends to be a bit wider than at other Wiregrass-area stores.
- Follow their Facebook page for restock-day announcements before making the trip.
How Bin Store Pricing Works in Alabama
Every store sets its own numbers, but almost all of them follow the same basic shape.
Alabama’s bin stores run on a simple idea borrowed from liquidation warehouses: a truck of mixed customer returns and overstock comes in once a week, gets dumped into open bins, and prices fall a little more each day until the next truck arrives. Restock day, usually a Thursday or Friday, is when the selection is freshest and the prices are highest, often $8 to $12 an item. By the following Tuesday or Wednesday, whatever is left is usually marked down to $1 or even $0.50, which is why a lot of regulars deliberately shop the last day of the cycle instead of the first.
Weekly Bin Store Price Drop
This is a typical pattern seen across Alabama bin stores, not a fixed schedule for every location. Exact restock days vary — some stores restock Friday, others Monday, so always check the individual store’s card above, or their Facebook page, before you drive out. For the mechanics behind why prices drop this way, see our bin store pricing explainer.
Unwritten Rules Every Alabama Bin Store Shopper Should Know
A few unwritten rules keep bin store shopping fair and pleasant for everyone.
- Don’t hide items in other bins to “claim” them for later it just means the next shopper misses out and staff have to re-sort the bin.
- Don’t dump items you decide against back on the floor; put them back in a bin so the next person can actually find them.
- Be mindful of children near bins with sharp edges, glass, or heavy items several Alabama locations restrict strollers during busy hours for this reason.
- Some stores post photography rules, so check before filming a haul video inside.
- Line etiquette matters on the cheapest day of the week most stores run a first-come, first-served system once doors open.
Worried a listing might not be legit? Our guide to spotting fake bin stores covers the red flags to watch for.
Shopping Alabama Bin Stores the Smart Way
Wear gloves and closed-toe shoes
You’re digging through bins other shoppers have already been through, sometimes several times. Gloves keep your hands clean and protect against sharp packaging edges.
Bring small bills and a card
Some Alabama locations prefer cash, especially on the cheapest days when lines move fast. Having both options means you’re never turned away at the register.
Time your visit to your goal
Want first pick of new inventory? Go on restock day. Trying to stretch a small budget as far as possible? Wait for the last open day before the next truck arrives.
Assume no returns
Most Alabama bin stores sell strictly as-is. If a store lets you test electronics at an outlet before checkout, take them up on it.
Check the store’s kids policy
Several Alabama locations restrict strollers or young children during busy hours for safety reasons. It’s worth a quick call ahead if you’re bringing the family.
Follow before you drive
Restock days and prices shift with holidays and supply. A quick check of the store’s Facebook or Instagram the morning of your trip saves a wasted drive.
Ready to Plan Your First Alabama Bin Store Run?
Pick a region above, check the day’s price schedule, and head out — the bins refresh every week, so there’s always something new to find. Looking for a different state? Browse our full bin store directory.
📍 View the MapCommon Questions About Shopping Bin Stores in Alabama
No. None of the bin stores in Alabama are owned or run by Amazon. They’re independent local businesses that buy pallets of customer returns and overstock from liquidation wholesalers, and some of that inventory originally came from Amazon and other major retailers.
Most stores follow a Thursday or Friday restock, and prices step down every day after that. The last open day before the next truck comes in, typically Tuesday or Wednesday, is usually the cheapest, sometimes down to fifty cents an item.
Almost never. Nearly every bin store in the state sells items as-is with no returns or refunds, since much of the stock is untested customer returns. If electronics matter to you, ask about in-store testing before you check out.
Prices generally start around $8 to $12 on restock day and drop in steps down to $1 or $0.50 by the end of the week. Each store sets its own exact schedule, so check the individual listing above.
North Alabama has the heaviest concentration, especially the US-431 corridor through Albertville, Guntersville, Gadsden, and Fort Payne, plus the Huntsville area. Birmingham, Montgomery, and Dothan each support multiple locations too.
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