How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Georgia?
$46,960a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Georgia. That is $22.58 an hour or $3,913 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.58
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,680Median: $46,960Highest 10%: $60,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,680 | $15.23 | |
| 25th | $37,220 | $17.89 | |
| Median | $46,960 | $22.58 | |
| 75th | $55,990 | $26.92 | |
| 90th | $60,330 | $29.00 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albany, GA | $50,010 |
| Gainesville, GA | $49,580 |
| Macon, GA | $49,020 |
| Savannah, GA | $48,770 |
| Dalton, GA | $48,420 |
| Atlanta, GA | $47,840 |
| Valdosta, GA | $46,640 |
| Athens, GA | $46,560 |
| Augusta, GA | $43,250 |
| Columbus, GA | $37,090 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $36,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 28. Pennsylvania | $48,240 |
| 29. Florida | $47,820 |
| 30. New Mexico | $47,660 |
| 31. Georgia | $46,960 |
| 32. Arizona | $46,910 |
| 33. New Hampshire | $46,580 |
| 34. Virginia | $46,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $22.58 ($46,960 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $46,960 against $49,690 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Georgia rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Georgia ranks 31 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Albany, GA, with a median of $50,010 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.