As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Street Sweeper in the US is $43,614, equivalent to $21 per hour, $839 weekly, or $3,635 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Street Sweeper in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Street Sweeper in the US vary widely, spanning from $35,848 to $51,548. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,549) and 75th percentile ($47,767), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,548 per year. This $8,218 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Initiative or Container, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Street Sweeper often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 52 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
Street Sweeper Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $35,848 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $39,549 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $43,614 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $47,767 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $51,548 US September 01, 2026
25% $39,549 10% $35,848 90% $51,548 75% $47,767 $43,614 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Street Sweeper ?

A street sweeper or street cleaner may refer to a person's occupation, or a machine that cleans streets. A street sweeper cleans the streets, usually in an urban area. Street sweepers have been employed in cities since sanitation and waste removal became a priority. A street-sweeping person would use a broom and shovel to clean off litter, animal waste and filth that accumulated on streets. Later, water hoses were used to wash the streets. Machines were created in the 19th century to do the job more efficiently. Today, modern street sweepers are mounted on truck bodies and can vacuum debris...

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