Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,440 -14.3% vs national
Median hourly $19.92
10th percentile $36,580
90th percentile $50,260
Employed locally 140
National median $48,350

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,580
    25th
    $37,180
    50th (median)
    $41,440
    75th
    $48,260
    90th
    $50,260

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,320
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $53,270
    Stockers and Order Fillers $35,920
    Light Truck Drivers $38,340
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $49,750
    Bus Drivers, School $39,930

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Northwestern Idaho is $19.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors salary in Northwestern Idaho is 14.3% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) earn around $36,580 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,180.