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Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$53,080
Median Annual Salary
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+3.4% vs 2024
$56,940
Mean Salary
$53,080
Median Salary
$25.52
Hourly Rate
620 people work as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $53,080 per year ($4,423/month).
This is 4.5% above the national average of $50,772.
Massachusetts ranks #18 out of 49 states for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners pay.
Approximately 620 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 3.4% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts range from $44,670 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $73,240 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,000 and $67,710.
Median $53,080
P10: $44,670P25: $48,000P75: $67,710P90: $73,240
10th
$44,670
25th
$48,000
Median
$53,080
75th
$67,710
90th
$73,240
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$44,670
$21.48
$3,722
25th Percentile
$48,000
$23.08
$4,000
Median (50th)
$53,080
$25.52
$4,423
75th Percentile
$67,710
$32.55
$5,642
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$73,240
$35.21
$6,103
Note: The mean (average) salary of $56,940 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#18
Massachusetts ranks #18 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 Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts is $53,080 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $56,940.
What is the salary range for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts range from $44,670 at the 10th percentile to $73,240 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $48,000 and $67,710.
What is the starting salary for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners positions in Massachusetts typically start around $44,670 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $48,000 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 620 people are employed as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in Massachusetts is approximately $25.52 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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