What are the main factors that influence a Garbage Disposal's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Garbage Disposal?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Garbage Disposal roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Garbage Disposal's salary?

A Garbage Disposal's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Support Technician I (0-1 years)earns $46,572, a Garbage Disposal (1-3 years)earns $53,839, a Laboratory Support Technician III (3-5 years)earns $74,006, a Laboratory Support Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $87,350, a Laboratory Supervisor (7+ years)earns $86,771,

What are the highest paying states for a Garbage Disposal?

Garbage Disposal salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Garbage Disposal roles are District of Columbia $57,924, California $57,704, Massachusetts $56,935. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Garbage Disposal roles make?

Salaries for Garbage Disposal level roles vary by specialization: Hazardous Waste Disposal Manager: $117,750; Property Disposal Officer: $80,603; Garbage Truck Operator: $60,828; Hazardous Waste Disposal Technician II: $59,940; Garbage Truck Driver: $55,667.

Garbage Disposal Salary in Delaware

How much does a Garbage Disposal make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Garbage Disposal in Delaware is $52,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Garbage Disposal's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,062
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,856 to $57,210
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,101

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Garbage Disposal Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,210	$4,768	$1,100	$28
Average	$52,980	$4,415	$1,019	$25
25th Percentile	$48,856	$4,071	$940	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Garbage Disposal Salaries

A Garbage Disposal's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Garbage Disposal Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Garbage Disposal's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $46,572
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,839
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,006
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,350
Expert (over 8 years): $86,771

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Garbage Disposal	$46,572
Garbage D... Level Garbage Disposal	$53,839
Laborator... Level Garbage Disposal	$74,006
Laborator... Level Garbage Disposal	$87,350
Laborator... Level Garbage Disposal	$86,771

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How Do Garbage Disposal Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Garbage Disposals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,924.
California: $57,704.
Massachusetts: $56,935.

District of Columbia $57,924 California $57,704 Massachusetts $56,935 Washington $56,726 New Jersey $56,705 Alaska $56,632 Connecticut $55,910 New York $55,617

Hawaii $54,680 Rhode Island $54,241 Maryland $53,943 Minnesota $53,534 Colorado $53,378 Illinois $53,325 Oregon $53,126 Delaware $52,980

New Hampshire $52,888 Virginia $52,682 Pennsylvania $52,080 Nevada $51,777 North Dakota $51,677 Michigan $51,520 Wisconsin $51,463 Vermont $51,348

Texas $51,029 Maine $51,008 Arizona $50,976 Ohio $50,940 Georgia $50,458 Indiana $50,218 Wyoming $50,171 Utah $50,097

Iowa $50,066 Kansas $49,815 Louisiana $49,742 North Carolina $49,715 Missouri $49,705 Florida $49,501 Montana $49,391 Nebraska $49,286

Kentucky $49,229 South Carolina $49,020 Tennessee $48,889 Idaho $48,837 New Mexico $48,455 Oklahoma $48,371 Alabama $48,062 South Dakota $47,544

Arkansas $47,262 West Virginia $47,110 Mississippi $46,655

Top Paying Cities for Garbage Disposals

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $52,741
Little Creek: $53,127
Magnolia: $53,051

Lincoln, DE $52,741 Little Creek, DE $53,127 Magnolia, DE $53,051 Milford, DE $52,875 Marydel, DE $52,962 Millsboro, DE $52,520 Millville, DE $52,601 Milton, DE $52,692

Nassau, DE $52,730 Ocean View, DE $52,592 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,693 Seaford, DE $52,723 Selbyville, DE $52,505 Smyrna, DE $53,164 Viola, DE $52,919 Woodside, DE $53,062

Bear, DE $52,939 Newark, DE $52,919 Claymont, DE $53,028 Delaware City, DE $52,972 Hockessin, DE $52,915 Kirkwood, DE $52,962 Middletown, DE $52,983 Montchanin, DE $52,927

New Castle, DE $52,934 Odessa, DE $53,009 Port Penn, DE $53,044 Rockland, DE $52,932 Saint Georges, DE $52,966 Townsend, DE $53,047 Winterthur, DE $52,938 Lewes, DE $52,713

Wilmington, DE $52,917 Dover, DE $53,127 Dover Afb, DE $52,848 Bethany Beach, DE $52,537 Bethel, DE $52,591 Bridgeville, DE $52,715 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,978 Cheswold, DE $53,110

Clayton, DE $53,112 Dagsboro, DE $52,500 Delmar, DE $52,416 Ellendale, DE $52,575 Felton, DE $52,871 Fenwick Island, DE $52,512 Frankford, DE $52,420 Frederica, DE $52,923

Georgetown, DE $52,480 Greenwood, DE $52,724 Harbeson, DE $52,536 Harrington, DE $52,804 Hartly, DE $52,968 Houston, DE $52,729 Kenton, DE $53,114 Laurel, DE $52,449

Yorklyn, DE $52,930

Garbage Disposal Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Garbage Disposal roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Garbage Disposal positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Garbage Disposal as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Garbage Disposal

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$63,576	$31.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$60,927	$29.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$59,337	$29.0	12%
Financial Services	$59,337	$29.0	12%
Pharmaceuticals	$58,278	$28.0	10%

Garbage Disposal Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Garbage Disposal's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$48,856

Average $52,980/year

$57,210

$4,071

Average $4,415/month

$4,768

$940

Average $1,019/week

$1,100

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,210	$4,768	$1,100	$28
Average	$52,980	$4,415	$1,019	$25
25th Percentile	$48,856	$4,071	$940	$23

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