Hazardous Materials Removal Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 51,710 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,460 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $44,720 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $49,450 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $61,530 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $82,410 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$45K
Median
$49K
75th
$62K
90th
$82K
Highest Paying States for Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New York | $71,910 |
| Washington | $67,890 |
| Alaska | $67,850 |
| Idaho | $67,320 |
| New Hampshire | $66,500 |
| Illinois | $65,490 |
| New Jersey | $64,790 |
| Minnesota | $64,410 |
| District of Columbia | $64,090 |
| Tennessee | $63,480 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New York at an average of $71,910 per year, while Tennessee has an average of $63,480 — a difference of $8,430. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 51,710 workers were employed as Hazardous Materials Removal Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $56,430 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-4041