Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,420 +18.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.61
10th percentile $38,460
90th percentile $62,820
Employed locally 70
National median $48,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,460
    25th
    $50,680
    50th (median)
    $57,420
    75th
    $62,820
    90th
    $62,820

    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

    Related occupations in Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $54,990
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,800
    Stockers and Order Fillers $34,370
    Light Truck Drivers $47,640
    Bus Drivers, School $46,100
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $45,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Northeastern Wisconsin is $27.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.82 or more per hour.

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

    The median Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 18.8% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $38,460 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,680.