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Garbage Truck Driver

Average Garbage Truck Driver with Heavy Equipment Operation Skills Hourly Pay

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$21.68
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$15.21
MEDIAN
$21.68
90%
$26.63

The average hourly pay for a Garbage Truck Driver is $21.68 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$15 - $27
Total Pay
$32k - $55k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Aug 07 2022)
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What Do Garbage Truck Drivers Do?

Garbage Truck Driver Tasks
  • Drive truck along designated route, operating lifting devices to collect trash.
  • Conduct inspections and maintain truck and equipment to ensure safe, reliable use.
  • Deliver trash to disposal sites.
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Common Health Benefits for a Garbage Truck Driver

Medical
82%
Dental
64%
Vision
64%
None
18%

Gender Breakdown for Garbage Truck Drivers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Garbage Truck Drivers

What is the highest pay for Garbage Truck Drivers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Garbage Truck Driver is $26.63 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Garbage Truck Drivers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Garbage Truck Driver is $15.21 / hour

How can Garbage Truck Drivers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Garbage Truck Driver is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Garbage Truck Driver that oversees more junior Garbage Truck Drivers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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