Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,300 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.45
10th percentile $26,170
90th percentile $49,290
Employed locally 760
National median $38,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,170
    25th
    $29,470
    50th (median)
    $36,300
    75th
    $39,700
    90th
    $49,290

    Top-paying metros for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $48,640
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $48,210
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $48,080
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $48,010
    Carson City, NV $47,900
    Portland-South Portland, ME $47,800

    Related occupations in Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $32,880
    Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $28,830
    First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers $37,990
    First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers $53,450
    Tree Trimmers and Pruners $42,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $17.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.53 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers salaries?

    The median Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 4.7% below the national median of $38,090. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (10th percentile) earn around $26,170 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,470.