Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,300 -16.6% vs national
Median hourly $19.38
10th percentile $32,440
90th percentile $58,100
Employed locally 150
National median $48,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,440
    25th
    $35,260
    50th (median)
    $40,300
    75th
    $49,210
    90th
    $58,100

    Top-paying metros for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $77,300
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $76,760
    Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL $74,240
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $73,770
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $73,110
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $72,380

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,870
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $49,430
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,220
    Light Truck Drivers $39,950
    Bus Drivers, School $38,480
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $31,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Arizona is $19.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.53 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salaries?

    The median Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salary in Arizona is 16.6% below the national median of $48,350. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Arizona?

    Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $32,440 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,260.