Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners Salary (2025)
Based on 30,650 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,040 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $43,530 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $49,880 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $61,060 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $73,490 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$37K
25th
$44K
Median
$50K
75th
$61K
90th
$73K
Highest Paying States for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $69,490 |
| Washington | $65,880 |
| New Hampshire | $65,270 |
| Connecticut | $63,720 |
| Minnesota | $62,010 |
| Alaska | $61,530 |
| Hawaii | $60,670 |
| Nebraska | $58,300 |
| California | $57,610 |
| Illinois | $57,230 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $69,490 per year, while Illinois has an average of $57,230 — a difference of $12,260. 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 Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 30,650 workers were employed as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleanerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $53,500 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-4071