How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Mississippi?
$39,170a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Mississippi. That is $18.83 an hour or $3,264 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.83
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,420Median: $39,170Highest 10%: $58,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,420 | $14.14 | |
| 25th | $35,530 | $17.08 | |
| Median | $39,170 | $18.83 | |
| 75th | $48,100 | $23.13 | |
| 90th | $58,340 | $28.05 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gulfport, MS | $48,850 |
| Memphis, TN | $44,470 |
| Jackson, MS | $39,900 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $37,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 42. Kentucky | $43,100 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $43,060 |
| 44. Maryland | $41,870 |
| 45. Mississippi | $39,170 |
| 46. Louisiana | $38,810 |
| 47. Connecticut | $38,220 |
| 48. West Virginia | $35,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $18.83 ($39,170 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $39,170 against $49,690 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Mississippi ranks 45 of 51 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Gulfport-Biloxi, MS, with a median of $48,850 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.