How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Rhode Island?
$55,970a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Rhode Island. That is $26.91 an hour or $4,664 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.91
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,810Median: $55,970Highest 10%: $61,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,810 | $16.74 | |
| 25th | $47,790 | $22.98 | |
| Median | $55,970 | $26.91 | |
| 75th | $59,970 | $28.83 | |
| 90th | $61,370 | $29.50 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $53,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 12. North Dakota | $59,000 |
| 13. Indiana | $58,900 |
| 14. Hawaii | $56,270 |
| 15. Rhode Island | $55,970 |
| 16. District of Columbia | $55,490 |
| 17. New Jersey | $54,630 |
| 18. Vermont | $51,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $26.91 ($55,970 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $55,970 against $49,690 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Rhode Island ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $53,510 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.