How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make in Washington?
$74,620a year
Median yearly pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors in Washington. That is $35.88 an hour or $6,218 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.88
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,070Median: $74,620Highest 10%: $88,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,070 | $26.00 | |
| 25th | $61,700 | $29.66 | |
| Median | $74,620 | $35.88 | |
| 75th | $80,750 | $38.82 | |
| 90th | $88,990 | $42.78 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Olympia, WA | $76,340 |
| Seattle, WA | $75,090 |
| Kennewick, WA | $74,180 |
| Bremerton, WA | $73,770 |
| Spokane, WA | $66,230 |
| Portland, OR | $65,920 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $65,270 |
| Yakima, WA | $61,370 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $60,330 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $57,560 |
| Lewiston, ID | $55,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for refuse and recyclable material collectors.
| 1. Illinois | $75,050 |
| 2. Washington | $74,620 |
| 3. New York | $64,950 |
| 4. California | $64,890 |
| 5. Oregon | $63,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a refuse and recyclable material collector make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $35.88 ($74,620 a year).
Do refuse and recyclable material collectors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $74,620 against $49,690 nationally, 50% more.
Where does Washington rank for refuse and recyclable material collector pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays refuse and recyclable material collectors the most?
Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA, with a median of $76,340 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.