How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Virginia?
$46,530a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Virginia. That is $22.37 an hour or $3,878 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.37
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,120Median: $46,530Highest 10%: $61,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,120 | $13.52 | |
| 25th | $34,230 | $16.46 | |
| Median | $46,530 | $22.37 | |
| 75th | $57,430 | $27.61 | |
| 90th | $61,040 | $29.35 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Richmond, VA | $49,150 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $48,570 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $47,670 |
| Staunton, VA | $46,910 |
| Washington, DC | $46,530 |
| Winchester, VA | $46,280 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $45,850 |
| Kingsport, TN | $44,450 |
| Roanoke, VA | $39,070 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $37,540 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $36,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 31. Georgia | $46,960 |
| 32. Arizona | $46,910 |
| 33. New Hampshire | $46,580 |
| 34. Virginia | $46,530 |
| 35. Texas | $46,330 |
| 36. Alabama | $46,240 |
| 37. Alaska | $45,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $22.37 ($46,530 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $46,530 against $49,690 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Virginia rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Virginia ranks 34 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Richmond, VA, with a median of $49,150 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.