Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Northern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $48,800 +0.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.46
10th percentile $37,210
90th percentile $60,430
Employed locally 50
National median $48,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,210
    25th
    $43,330
    50th (median)
    $48,800
    75th
    $58,190
    90th
    $60,430

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,500
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$54,860
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$39,170
    Light Truck Drivers$40,420
    Bus Drivers, School$49,170
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$47,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Northern Vermont is $23.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salary in Northern Vermont is 0.9% 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 Northern Vermont?

    Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $37,210 per year in Northern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,330.