Occupation ยท SOC 37-2011
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 2,199,900 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $35,930 ($17.27 an hour).
US employment
2,199,900
Median annual wage
$35,930
Mean annual wage
$37,460
Median hourly wage
$17.27
Education and training
Typical education
No formal educational credential
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
Job zone
3
Medium preparation
States with the most jobs
- 1. California237,680
- 2. New York186,370
- 3. Texas181,520
- 4. Florida128,160
- 5. Illinois97,440
- 6. Pennsylvania87,810
- 7. Ohio76,500
- 8. New Jersey67,590
- 9. Virginia64,720
- 10. Michigan64,190
States that pay the most
- 1. Massachusetts$44,570
- 2. Washington$43,720
- 3. New York$39,920
- 4. Alaska$39,040
- 5. California$38,640
- 6. Vermont$38,630
- 7. Maine$38,560
- 8. District of Columbia$38,390
- 9. Minnesota$38,320
- 10. New Hampshire$37,860
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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- Pest Control WorkersOn-site
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- Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, VegetationOn-site
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