As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Carpet Cleaner in the US is $35,319, equivalent to $17 per hour, $679 weekly, or $2,943 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Carpet Cleaner in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Carpet Cleaner in the US vary widely, spanning from $30,654 to $41,238. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,877) and 75th percentile ($38,417), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,238 per year. This $5,540 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Deep Cleaning, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Carpet Cleaner often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Carpet Cleaner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Carpet Cleaner Salary $30,654 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Carpet Cleaner Salary $32,877 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Carpet Cleaner Salary $35,319 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Carpet Cleaner Salary $38,417 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Carpet Cleaner Salary $41,238 US January 01, 2026
25% $32,877 10% $30,654 90% $41,238 75% $38,417 $35,319 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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