Composting food waste while RVing might sound like a crunchy-granola, eco-warrior move—but according to our recent poll, it’s about as popular as a flat tire on a road trip.

We asked our readers, “Do you compost your food waste while RVing?” and the results were… well, let’s just say compost enthusiasts are a rare breed on the open road.

Whether it’s the hassle, the smell, or just the sheer novelty of it, most RVers seem perfectly content tossing their banana peels in the trash like the rest of the unwashed masses. (No judgment… okay, maybe a little.) If you missed this poll, don’t worry—make sure you’re subscribed to our newsletter so you can vote next time and help us uncover more weird and wonderful RV habits!

The Dirty Truth: 96% of RVers Say “Hard Pass” to Composting

The people have spoken, and the verdict is clear: 

  • 96% of you said NO to composting.
  • While a brave (or possibly lost) 4% said YES.

That’s right—for every 100 RVers, only four are out there lovingly tending to their food scraps like it’s a tiny, mobile garden of doom. The rest of you? You’re probably thinking, “I already deal with a black tank; why would I voluntarily start a science experiment with my leftovers?” Fair point.

Why RVers and Composting Just Aren’t Meant to Be

Let’s break down why composting in an RV is about as practical as a solar-powered hairdryer:

  1. Space Issues – RVs are basically Tetris games on wheels. Who has room for a compost bin when you’re already debating whether to pack the folding chair or the extra pair of shoes?
  2. The Smell Factor – Imagine driving down the highway with a container of slowly decomposing broccoli in your rig. Now imagine your spouse’s face. Enough said.
  3. Bears and Critters – Nothing says “fun camping trip” like attracting every raccoon within a 10-mile radius because you’ve got a buffet of rotting veggies under your rig.
  4. The “Why Bother?” Mentality – Many RVers are on vacation mode. Sorting food scraps feels a little too much like real-life chores sneaking into paradise.

But Wait… Who Are the 4%?

Shoutout to the 4% of composting champions—you glorious, earth-loving weirdos. Are you secretly traveling with a worm farm? Do you whisper sweet nothings to your zucchini scraps? We salute your dedication, even if the rest of us are too lazy (or too sane) to join your cause.

Final Thoughts: Why Composting in an RV is a Hard Sell

At the end of the day, composting in an RV is a noble idea—just not a very practical one for most people. Between limited space, odor concerns, and the general “out of sight, out of mind” mentality on the road, it’s no surprise that 96% of RVers skip it altogether. That said, if you’re part of the tiny but mighty composting crew, keep doing your thing! For everyone else? Maybe just recycle a beer can and call it a day. Mother Nature will understand.

So, what’s your take? Are we missing out on the composting revolution, or is this one eco-trend better left to stationary homes? Let us know—and don’t forget to vote in our next poll!