How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Oklahoma?
$43,060a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Oklahoma. That is $20.70 an hour or $3,588 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.70
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,030
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,030Median: $43,060Highest 10%: $59,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,030 | $14.92 | |
| 25th | $36,300 | $17.45 | |
| Median | $43,060 | $20.70 | |
| 75th | $48,900 | $23.51 | |
| 90th | $59,590 | $28.65 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Oklahoma City, OK | $50,540 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $41,420 |
| Tulsa, OK | $38,330 |
| Lawton, OK | $37,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 40. Maine | $43,360 |
| 41. Tennessee | $43,270 |
| 42. Kentucky | $43,100 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $43,060 |
| 44. Maryland | $41,870 |
| 45. Mississippi | $39,170 |
| 46. Louisiana | $38,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $20.70 ($43,060 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
No: $43,060 against $49,690 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Oklahoma rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Oklahoma ranks 43 of 51 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Oklahoma City, OK, with a median of $50,540 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.