How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Massachusetts?
$50,310a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Massachusetts. That is $24.19 an hour or $4,193 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.19
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,180Median: $50,310Highest 10%: $73,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,180 | $18.84 | |
| 25th | $45,040 | $21.65 | |
| Median | $50,310 | $24.19 | |
| 75th | $62,360 | $29.98 | |
| 90th | $73,090 | $35.14 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Amherst Town, MA | $61,800 |
| Providence, RI | $53,510 |
| Springfield, MA | $52,450 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $50,990 |
| Boston, MA | $50,210 |
| Worcester, MA | $46,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 17. New Jersey | $54,630 |
| 18. Vermont | $51,960 |
| 19. Michigan | $51,030 |
| 20. Massachusetts | $50,310 |
| 21. Missouri | $50,010 |
| 22. Idaho | $49,880 |
| 23. Iowa | $49,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $24.19 ($50,310 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $50,310 against $49,690 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Massachusetts ranks 20 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Amherst Town-Northampton, MA, with a median of $61,800 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.