How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Nebraska?
$49,390a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Nebraska. That is $23.75 an hour or $4,116 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.75
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 910
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,210Median: $49,390Highest 10%: $59,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,210 | $17.89 | |
| 25th | $39,450 | $18.97 | |
| Median | $49,390 | $23.75 | |
| 75th | $54,140 | $26.03 | |
| 90th | $59,400 | $28.56 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $51,530 |
| Lincoln, NE | $48,190 |
| Sioux City, IA | $47,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 22. Idaho | $49,880 |
| 23. Iowa | $49,850 |
| 24. Montana | $49,420 |
| 25. Nebraska | $49,390 |
| 26. Ohio | $49,330 |
| 27. Wyoming | $48,820 |
| 28. Pennsylvania | $48,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $23.75 ($49,390 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $49,390 against $49,690 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Nebraska ranks 25 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $51,530 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.