How much does a waste collector make in the Philippines?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₱13,070 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $2,737
- Compared with the median pay in the Philippines
- 0.8 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where the Philippines 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 |
| 84. Vanuatu estimate | $3,286 |
| 85. Philippines estimate | $2,737 |
| 86. Djibouti estimate | $2,538 |
| 143. Kenya estimate | $126 |
Similar jobs
Elementary occupations
- Sorter₱157,200
- Street sweeper₱154,200
- Courier₱144,900
- Odd job persons₱154,700
- Meter reader₱149,200
- Water and firewood collectors₱146,800
- Gym worker₱140,400
Frequently asked questions
How much does a waste collector make a month in the Philippines?
The median gross salary is ₱13,070 a month, ₱156,800 a year.
How much does a waste collector make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₱134,100 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₱185,800.
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 the Philippines or in United States?
In United States: $49,690 a year against $2,737 in the Philippines, 18.2 times more.
Who makes more, a waste collector or a courier?
A waste collector: ₱156,800 a year against ₱144,900 for a courier, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate