SOC 53-7081 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Massachusetts is $57,524 per year ($27.66/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $48,339. The middle 50% earn between $45,618 and $72,598 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $89,503.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.20 | $37,846 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $21.93 | $45,618 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $27.66 | $57,524 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $34.90 | $72,598 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $43.03 | $89,503 | +19.0% |
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 Massachusetts is approximately $57,524, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $48,339.
Entry-level Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $37,846 per year. The 25th percentile is $45,618. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $89,503.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $48,339 vs $57,524 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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