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The average annual salary for a sweeper is about $31,710 or $15 per hour. This figure may vary significantly based on several factors:
States like California and New York lead in compensation for sweepers, reflecting the higher living costs and labor demand. Comparing salaries by state can provide valuable insights for job seekers looking to maximize their earning potential.
For those seeking to advance their careers, gaining experience and pursuing additional certifications can enhance salary prospects significantly. Explore job listings to find opportunities that align with your career goals and financial aspirations.
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| Experience level | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level sweeper | $24,900 | $11.96 |
| Mid-level sweeper | $32,500 | $15.61 |
| Senior-level sweeper | $41,000 | $19.71 |
The average sweeper salary in Alaska, California, and Washington are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average sweeper salary states are New Mexico, South Carolina, and Alabama.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vermont | $35,363 | $17.00 |
| 2 | Washington | $42,986 | $20.67 |
| 3 | Minnesota | $37,269 | $17.92 |
| 4 | North Dakota | $37,593 | $18.07 |
| 5 | New Hampshire | $33,808 | $16.25 |
| 6 | Alaska | $45,269 | $21.76 |
| 7 | Massachusetts | $39,619 | $19.05 |
| 8 | Wisconsin | $32,488 | $15.62 |
| 9 | Hawaii | $37,114 | $17.84 |
| 10 | Wyoming | $31,695 | $15.24 |
| 11 | California | $43,439 | $20.88 |
| 12 | Rhode Island | $32,187 | $15.47 |
| 13 | Nevada | $36,242 | $17.42 |
| 14 | Maine | $33,760 | $16.23 |
| 15 | Pennsylvania | $32,219 | $15.49 |
| 16 | Arizona | $32,524 | $15.64 |
| 17 | Iowa | $31,890 | $15.33 |
| 18 | District of Columbia | $35,490 | $17.06 |
| 19 | New York | $35,969 | $17.29 |
| 20 | Connecticut | $31,910 | $15.34 |
| 21 | Michigan | $30,752 | $14.78 |
| 22 | Montana | $29,896 | $14.37 |
| 23 | Illinois | $31,618 | $15.20 |
| 24 | Oregon | $34,258 | $16.47 |
| 25 | New Jersey | $31,829 | $15.30 |
| 26 | Indiana | $28,281 | $13.60 |
| 27 | Utah | $28,369 | $13.64 |
| 28 | Nebraska | $28,907 | $13.90 |
| 29 | Idaho | $27,226 | $13.09 |
| 30 | Colorado | $29,389 | $14.13 |
| 31 | Kansas | $27,256 | $13.10 |
| 32 | South Dakota | $30,161 | $14.50 |
| 33 | Ohio | $28,577 | $13.74 |
| 34 | Oklahoma | $25,343 | $12.18 |
| 35 | Delaware | $29,643 | $14.25 |
| 36 | Missouri | $24,817 | $11.93 |
| 37 | Virginia | $27,143 | $13.05 |
| 38 | West Virginia | $26,885 | $12.93 |
| 39 | Kentucky | $25,846 | $12.43 |
| 40 | Texas | $25,008 | $12.02 |
| 41 | Maryland | $27,629 | $13.28 |
| 42 | New Mexico | $23,892 | $11.49 |
| 43 | Mississippi | $21,126 | $10.16 |
| 44 | Arkansas | $24,992 | $12.02 |
| 45 | Louisiana | $19,172 | $9.22 |
| 46 | North Carolina | $25,748 | $12.38 |
| 47 | Florida | $24,065 | $11.57 |
| 48 | Tennessee | $24,209 | $11.64 |
| 49 | Alabama | $21,482 | $10.33 |
| 50 | South Carolina | $23,066 | $11.09 |
| 51 | Georgia | $21,390 | $10.28 |
The highest-paying cities for sweepers are Stockton, CA, Brockton, MA, and Moorhead, MN.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stockton, CA | $45,167 | $21.71 |
| 2 | Brockton, MA | $39,563 | $19.02 |
| 3 | Moorhead, MN | $38,671 | $18.59 |
| 4 | New York, NY | $35,879 | $17.25 |
| 5 | Prescott Valley, AZ | $32,958 | $15.85 |
| 6 | Easton, PA | $32,636 | $15.69 |
| 7 | Shelby, MI | $30,961 | $14.89 |
| 8 | Danville, IL | $30,395 | $14.61 |
| 9 | Denver, CO | $29,424 | $14.15 |
| 10 | Tulsa, OK | $25,263 | $12.15 |
| 11 | Pflugerville, TX | $25,005 | $12.02 |
| 12 | Saint Louis, MO | $24,667 | $11.86 |
| 13 | Panama City, FL | $24,610 | $11.83 |
| 14 | Kennesaw, GA | $21,586 | $10.38 |
A sweeper's salary ranges from $25,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $39,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| 75th Percentile | $35,000 | $2,917 | $17 |
| Average | $31,710 | $2,643 | $15 |
| 25th Percentile | $28,000 | $2,333 | $13 |
| 10th Percentile | $25,000 | $2,083 | $12 |
The highest paying types of sweepers are sanitizer, carpet technician, and floor care specialist.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custodian | $30,176 | $2,515 | $14.51 | 47,364 |
| Floor Technician | $29,785 | $2,482 | $14.32 | 31,859 |
| Floor Staff | $33,187 | $2,766 | $15.96 | 84,351 |
| Janitor | $27,954 | $2,329 | $13.44 | 57,146 |
| Day Porter | $28,820 | $2,402 | $13.86 | 84,003 |
| Sanitation Worker | $33,159 | $2,763 | $15.94 | 27,943 |
Top companies hiring sweepers now:
Sweeper salaries at Bunge and Hensley Beverage Co are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average sweeper salary at companies like American Crystal Sugar and Athens Services are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bunge | $40,405 | $19.43 |
| 2 | Hensley Beverage Co | $36,400 | $17.50 |
| 3 | American Crystal Sugar | $36,232 | $17.42 |
| 4 | Athens Services | $33,964 | $16.33 |
| 5 | Parker Global Strategies | $32,993 | $15.86 |
| 6 | Cogent Communications | $31,444 | $15.12 |
| 7 | Denver Public Schools | $31,341 | $15.07 |
| 8 | Resource One Credit Union | $31,197 | $15.00 |
| 9 | Synectic Solutions | $31,170 | $14.99 |
| 10 | ABM Industries | $31,121 | $14.96 |
| 11 | IH Services | $31,061 | $14.93 |
| 12 | ResourceOne | $30,524 | $14.68 |
| 13 | Ace Hardware | $30,012 | $14.43 |
| 14 | Randstad North America, Inc. | $29,913 | $14.38 |
| 15 | Chautauqua Institution | $28,765 | $13.83 |
| 16 | Conduent | $28,631 | $13.76 |
| 17 | Moore | $26,846 | $12.91 |
| 18 | Bullitt County Public Schools | $26,162 | $12.58 |
The average sweeper salary varies across industries:
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manufacturing | $38,090 | $18.31 |
| 2 | Transportation | $35,970 | $17.29 |
| 3 | Construction | $33,439 | $16.08 |
| 4 | Retail | $33,130 | $15.93 |
| 5 | Technology | $30,236 | $14.54 |
| 6 | Education | $30,034 | $14.44 |
The average sweeper salary has risen by $7,317 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average sweeper earned $24,393 annually, but today, they earn $31,710 a year. That works out to a 20% change in pay for sweepers over the last decade.
Compare sweeper salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare sweeper salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31,700 | $15.25 | +5.7% |
| 2024 | $29,900 | $14.38 | +4.8% |
| 2023 | $28,500 | $13.69 | +4.3% |
| 2022 | $27,300 | $13.10 | +3.2% |
| 2021 | $26,400 | $12.68 | +3.1% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine School District | Sweeper Head-Elementary | Cove, UT | 06/28/2025 | $32,578 |
| ABM | Wheelchair Sweeper | San Francisco, CA | 06/20/2025 | $45,997 |
| Laramie County School District | Student Sweeper-Custodial | Cheyenne, WY | 06/13/2025 | $27,131 |
| Laramie County School District 1 | Student Sweeper-Custodial | Cheyenne, WY | 05/27/2025 | $27,131 |
| Cargill, Inc. | Utility/Sweeper | Paris, IL | 05/15/2025 | $44,224 |
| ADM | Sweeper In Training | Chattanooga, TN | 05/06/2025 | $49,483 |
| Immediate Mailing Service Inc. | Sweeper | Liverpool, NY | 04/28/2025 | $35,360 |
| Ims Direct | Sweeper | Liverpool, NY | 04/26/2025 | $35,360 |
| Jordan School District | Sweeper Adult | Cove, UT | 04/26/2025 | $34,790 |
| Alpine School District | Head Sweeper | Cove, UT | 04/26/2025 | $31,639 |
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