Trash Porter Salary in the United States

How much does a Trash Porter make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Trash Porter in the United States is $31,786 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $37,149
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,590 to $34,593
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,591
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Trash Porter Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $34,593 $2,883 $665 $17
Average $31,786 $2,649 $611 $15
25th Percentile $29,590 $2,466 $569 $14
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Key Factors That Influence Trash Porter Salaries

A Trash Porter'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Trash Porter 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 Trash Porters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $35,193.
  • California: $35,060.
  • Massachusetts: $34,593.

Top Paying Cities for Trash Porters

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:

  • San Jose: $40,092
  • San Francisco: $39,653
  • Oakland: $38,817

What Skills Can Increase a Trash Porter's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.44% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Deep Cleaning (Mentioned in 2.22% Job Postings): Deep cleaning goes further to get rid of dirt, grime, soap scum, and other gunk around your home. It's a more thorough service than the standard cleaning. You're often sanitizing areas throughout the home.
  • Healthcare Services (Mentioned in 1.44% Job Postings): The improvement of health via the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, amelioration or cure of disease, illness, injury and other physical and mental impairments in people. Health care is delivered by health professionals and allied health fields.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.44%
Deep Cleaning 2.22%
Healthcare Services 1.44%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Trash Porter's salary.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Effective Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Team Management
$34,329
8%
Effective Communication
$33,693
6%
Written Communication
$33,057
4%
Coordination
$32,740
3%
Laundry
$32,740
3%
Collaboration
$32,422
2%
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Trash Porter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Trash Porter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Trash Porter positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Trash Porter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Trash Porter

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$47,679$23.050%

How Education impacts a Trash Porter's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Trash Porters enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Trash Porter with a No Diploma is between $28,624 and $30,321).

Trash Porter Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Trash Porter
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 11.7%
High School 69.6%
Associates 10.2%
Bachelors 7.4%
Masters 0.7%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Trash Porter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Trash Porter'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

Salary Trends for Trash Porter

Salaries for a Trash Porter can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $32,160 in 2023 to around $31,871 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Trash Porter salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Trash Porter Over Time

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2023
$32,160
2024
$32,110
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$31,871
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2024 $32,110
2025 $31,871
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