Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Washington
Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Washington earn a median of $74,620 a year, +50% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $74,620
- vs. U.S. median
- +50% ($49,690)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,750
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,070; the top 10% earn over $88,990. Nationally the range is $33,590 to $75,900.
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Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors pay in Washington
How much do refuse and recyclable material collectors make in Washington?
The median is $74,620 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $54,070 and the top 10% earn over $88,990. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for refuse and recyclable material collectors?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+50% vs. the national median of $49,690). Living costs are not included.