How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Alaska?
$45,740a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Alaska. That is $21.99 an hour or $3,812 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.99
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,620Median: $45,740Highest 10%: $80,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,620 | $15.20 | |
| 25th | $36,030 | $17.32 | |
| Median | $45,740 | $21.99 | |
| 75th | $71,840 | $34.54 | |
| 90th | $80,310 | $38.61 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $36,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 34. Virginia | $46,530 |
| 35. Texas | $46,330 |
| 36. Alabama | $46,240 |
| 37. Alaska | $45,740 |
| 38. Kansas | $45,510 |
| 39. North Carolina | $44,670 |
| 40. Maine | $43,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $21.99 ($45,740 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Alaska than the national average?
No: $45,740 against $49,690 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Alaska rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Alaska ranks 37 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $36,030 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.