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Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners Salary in New York
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners make in New York?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$55,220
Median Annual Salary
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+8.5% vs 2024
$56,030
Mean Salary
$55,220
Median Salary
$26.55
Hourly Rate
1,550 people work as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners salary by percentile in New York
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York earn a median salary of $55,220 per year ($4,601/month).
This is 8.8% above the national average of $50,772.
New York ranks #14 out of 49 states for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners pay.
Approximately 1,550 people work in this occupation across New York.
Salaries increased by 8.5% 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 New York
Salaries for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York range from $38,520 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $74,720 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,740 and $62,240.
Median $55,220
P10: $38,520P25: $45,740P75: $62,240P90: $74,720
10th
$38,520
25th
$45,740
Median
$55,220
75th
$62,240
90th
$74,720
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,520
$18.52
$3,210
25th Percentile
$45,740
$21.99
$3,811
Median (50th)
$55,220
$26.55
$4,601
75th Percentile
$62,240
$29.92
$5,186
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$74,720
$35.92
$6,226
Note: The mean (average) salary of $56,030 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#14
New York 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 New York?
The median annual salary for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York is $55,220 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $56,030.
What is the salary range for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York?
Salaries for Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York range from $38,520 at the 10th percentile to $74,720 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,740 and $62,240.
What is the starting salary for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York?
Entry-level Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners positions in New York typically start around $38,520 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,740 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,550 people are employed as Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York.
What is the hourly rate for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners in New York 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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