SOC 53-7081 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in California is $57,040 per year ($27.42/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $48,339. The middle 50% earn between $45,235 and $71,988 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $88,751.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.04 | $37,528 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $21.75 | $45,235 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $27.42 | $57,040 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $34.61 | $71,988 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $42.67 | $88,751 | +18.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in California is approximately $57,040, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $48,339.
Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $37,528 per year. The 25th percentile is $45,235. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $88,751.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $48,339 vs $57,040 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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