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Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$55,220
Median Annual Salary
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+2.1% vs 2024
$57,610
Mean Salary
$55,220
Median Salary
$26.55
Hourly Rate
3,130 people work as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California earn a median salary of $55,220 per year ($4,601/month).
This is 8.8% above the national average of $50,772.
California ranks #14 out of 49 states for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners pay.
Approximately 3,130 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 2.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners
Clean and repair septic tanks, sewer lines, or drains. May patch walls and partitions of tank, replace damaged drain tile, or repair breaks in underground piping.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.88
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Critical Thinking
3.12
Active Listening
3.0
Equipment Maintenance
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.94
Transportation
3.52
Mechanical
3.49
English Language
3.39
Public Safety and Security
3.38
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(40.4% of workers)
Salary Range: Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California
Salaries for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California range from $39,890 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $79,260 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,780 and $61,950.
Median $55,220
P10: $39,890P25: $46,780P75: $61,950P90: $79,260
10th
$39,890
25th
$46,780
Median
$55,220
75th
$61,950
90th
$79,260
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$39,890
$19.18
$3,324
25th Percentile
$46,780
$22.49
$3,898
Median (50th)
$55,220
$26.55
$4,601
75th Percentile
$61,950
$29.78
$5,162
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$79,260
$38.11
$6,605
Note: The mean (average) salary of $57,610 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#14
California ranks #14 of 49 states
$50,772
National avg. for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners
How much do Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners make in California?
The median annual salary for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California is $55,220 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $57,610.
What is the salary range for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California?
Salaries for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California range from $39,890 at the 10th percentile to $79,260 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,780 and $61,950.
What is the starting salary for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California?
Entry-level Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners positions in California typically start around $39,890 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,780 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,130 people are employed as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in California is approximately $26.55 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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