As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Street Sweeper in California is $48,093, equivalent to $23 per hour, $925 weekly, or $4,008 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Street Sweeper in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Street Sweeper in California vary widely, spanning from $39,498 to $56,870. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,594) and 75th percentile ($52,687), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,870 per year. This $9,093 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, California Street Sweeper often earn 10.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 52 companies. However, California currently ranks 2 nationwide for Street Sweeper job salary. 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 $39,498 CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $43,594 CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $48,093 CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $52,687 CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Street Sweeper Salary $56,870 CA April 01, 2026
25% $43,594 10% $39,498 90% $56,870 75% $52,687 $48,093 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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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $46,598 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $47,559 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $48,951 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $46,563 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $45,482 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $48,310 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $46,660 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $44,299 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $54,315 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $54,190 Date Updated April 01, 2026
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