Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Orlando, FL

Updated 2024 · Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsUSD $

Median Salary

$41,000

Average Salary

$44,000

Salary Range

$29,000 - $50,000

Est. Employment*

4,800

*Employment figures are estimates based on national occupational data distributed across metro areas. Actual local numbers may vary.

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Salary Distribution

Top 10%
$50,000
75th Percentile
$47,000
Median
$41,000
25th Percentile
$34,000
Bottom 10%
$29,000

10th to 90th percentile range. Half of all refuse and recyclable material collectors earn between $34,000 and $47,000.

About Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors in Orlando

Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors transport people and goods safely and efficiently across roads, railways, waterways, and airways. They operate vehicles, manage logistics, and ensure that deliveries arrive on time.

In Orlando, refuse and recyclable material collectors benefit from a moderate cost of living that balances earnings with expenses. The area's major industries include Tourism & Hospitality, Technology & Simulation, Healthcare.

Key Skills

Vehicle OperationSafety AwarenessNavigationTime ManagementPhysical StaminaCommunication

Education

High school diploma; commercial driver's license (CDL) or specialized training

Requirements vary by role. Truck drivers need a CDL. Airline pilots require an ATP certificate and extensive flight hours. Railroad engineers need on-the-job training. Material movers typically need a high school diploma and on-the-job training.

Tips to Earn More as a Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors

1.Obtain required licenses and endorsements for your specialty
2.Maintain a clean driving record and safety certifications
3.Consider specialized endorsements (hazmat, tanker, doubles/triples)
4.Develop logistics and route optimization skills
5.Stay current with transportation regulations and safety standards

Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors Salary in Other Cities

CityMedianRangevs Orlando
San Jose, CA$63,000$41,000 - $80,000+54%
San Francisco, CA$62,000$40,000 - $78,000+51%
Seattle, WA$56,000$36,000 - $71,000+37%
Boston, MA$56,000$36,000 - $71,000+37%
New York, NY$54,000$35,000 - $68,000+32%
Washington DC, DC$52,000$34,000 - $66,000+27%
Los Angeles, CA$51,000$33,000 - $64,000+24%
Honolulu, HI$50,000$32,000 - $63,000+22%
San Diego, CA$49,000$32,000 - $62,000+20%
Denver, CO$49,000$32,000 - $62,000+20%
Austin, TX$49,000$32,000 - $62,000+20%
Anchorage, AK$49,000$32,000 - $62,000+20%
Philadelphia, PA$48,000$31,000 - $61,000+17%
Portland, OR$48,000$31,000 - $61,000+17%
Chicago, IL$47,000$31,000 - $59,000+15%
Baltimore, MD$47,000$31,000 - $59,000+15%
Sacramento, CA$47,000$31,000 - $59,000+15%
Hartford, CT$47,000$31,000 - $59,000+15%
Atlanta, GA$46,000$30,000 - $58,000+12%
Minneapolis, MN$46,000$30,000 - $58,000+12%
Dallas, TX$45,000$31,000 - $55,000+10%
Houston, TX$45,000$31,000 - $55,000+10%
Salt Lake City, UT$45,000$31,000 - $55,000+10%
Phoenix, AZ$44,000$31,000 - $54,000+7%
Raleigh, NC$44,000$31,000 - $54,000+7%
Charlotte, NC$44,000$31,000 - $54,000+7%
Detroit, MI$43,000$30,000 - $53,000+5%
Nashville, TN$43,000$30,000 - $53,000+5%
Columbus, OH$43,000$30,000 - $53,000+5%
Pittsburgh, PA$43,000$30,000 - $53,000+5%
Milwaukee, WI$43,000$30,000 - $53,000+5%
Las Vegas, NV$42,000$29,000 - $51,000+2%
St. Louis, MO$42,000$29,000 - $51,000+2%
Kansas City, MO$42,000$29,000 - $51,000+2%
Cincinnati, OH$42,000$29,000 - $51,000+2%
Jacksonville, FL$42,000$29,000 - $51,000+2%
Richmond, VA$42,000$29,000 - $51,000+2%
Toronto, ON$42,000$29,000 - $51,000+2%
Miami, FL$41,000$29,000 - $50,0000%
San Antonio, TX$41,000$29,000 - $50,0000%
Indianapolis, IN$41,000$29,000 - $50,0000%
New Orleans, LA$41,000$29,000 - $50,0000%
Buffalo, NY$41,000$29,000 - $50,0000%
Vancouver, BC$41,000$29,000 - $50,0000%
Tampa, FL$40,000$28,000 - $49,000-2%
Cleveland, OH$40,000$28,000 - $49,000-2%
Louisville, KY$40,000$28,000 - $49,000-2%
Birmingham, AL$40,000$28,000 - $49,000-2%
Calgary, AB$40,000$28,000 - $49,000-2%
Oklahoma City, OK$39,000$27,000 - $48,000-5%
Memphis, TN$39,000$27,000 - $48,000-5%
Tucson, AZ$38,000$27,000 - $47,000-7%
Ottawa, ON$38,000$27,000 - $47,000-7%
Edmonton, AB$37,000$26,000 - $45,000-10%
Hamilton, ON$34,000$24,000 - $42,000-17%
Montreal, QC$33,000$23,000 - $40,000-20%
Winnipeg, MB$32,000$22,000 - $39,000-22%
Quebec City, QC$32,000$22,000 - $39,000-22%
Halifax, NS$32,000$22,000 - $39,000-22%