Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,660 +2.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.88
10th percentile $36,970
90th percentile $56,620
Employed locally 60
National median $48,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,970
    25th
    $38,390
    50th (median)
    $49,660
    75th
    $56,030
    90th
    $56,620

    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$38,450
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$47,270
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$57,180
    Bus Drivers, School$48,990
    Light Truck Drivers$44,110
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$55,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Capital/Northern New York is $23.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.51 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salaries?

    The median Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salary in Capital/Northern New York is 2.7% above 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $36,970 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,390.