Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 198,040 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,440 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $30,360 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $34,890 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $37,560 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $43,190 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$27K
25th
$30K
Median
$35K
75th
$38K
90th
$43K
Highest Paying States for Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Colorado | $44,750 |
| District of Columbia | $41,690 |
| Washington | $41,240 |
| California | $39,750 |
| Oregon | $39,460 |
| Hawaii | $39,050 |
| Minnesota | $38,590 |
| Vermont | $38,570 |
| Massachusetts | $38,160 |
| Maine | $38,010 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Colorado at an average of $44,750 per year, while Maine has an average of $38,010 — a difference of $6,740. 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 Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 198,040 workers were employed as Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $34,920 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-6011