How much does a waste collector make in Germany?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is €2,240 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- €1,617
- Equals
- $30,010
- Compared with the median pay in Germany
- 0.6 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where Germany ranks among 143 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $64,550 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $64,250 |
| 3. United States | $49,690 |
| 13. Finland estimate | $32,790 |
| 14. Germany estimate | $30,010 |
| 15. Netherlands estimate | $29,270 |
| 143. Kenya estimate | $126 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Sorter€44,870
- Street sweeper€45,660
- Courier€40,120
- Odd job persons€26,520
- Meter reader€51,400
- Water and firewood collectors€25,170
- Gym worker€36,600
Frequently asked questions
How much does a waste collector make a month in Germany?
The median gross salary is €2,240 a month, €26,880 a year.
How much does a waste collector make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around €22,980 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than €31,840.
Which country pays a waste collector the most?
United States, with a median of $49,690 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a waste collector make more in Germany or in United States?
In United States: $49,690 a year against $30,010 in Germany, 1.7 times more.
Who makes more, a waste collector or a sorter?
A sorter: €44,870 a year against €26,880 for a waste collector, 1.7 times more.
Source: Eurostat, Structure of Earnings Survey 2022, gross pay by major occupation group. How we calculate