Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,100 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.80
10th percentile $33,590
90th percentile $55,920
Employed locally 150
National median $48,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,590
    25th
    $35,170
    50th (median)
    $39,100
    75th
    $50,040
    90th
    $55,920

    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 Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,300
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $47,930
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $33,480
    Bus Drivers, School $51,410
    Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs $33,900
    Light Truck Drivers $37,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Northern New Mexico is $18.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.51 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salaries?

    The median Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salary in Northern New Mexico is 19.1% 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 Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $33,590 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,170.