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The estimated total pay for a Janitor is $40,229 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $37,775 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $2,454 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.
How accurate is this most likely Total Pay range (base + additional) of $32K-$50K/yr?
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Janitor | $40,229 /yr |
Janitor III | $42,980 /yr |
Lead Janitor | $43,467 /yr |
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Some related job titles are Cleaner Salaries with median pay of $39,571, Custodian Salaries with median pay of $41,764, Housekeeper Salaries with median pay of $37,356, Housekeeping Salaries with median pay of $37,433.
For a Janitor in United States
Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Janitor in United States. Employers include Meta, Goldman Sachs and Janssen.
For Janitor in United States
1 | Meta | $66,500 | |
2 | Goldman Sachs | $63,044 | |
3 | Janssen | $62,934 | |
4 | $57,324 | ||
5 | Microsoft | $54,504 | |
6 | Deloitte | $51,495 | |
7 | Oracle | $50,807 | |
8 | RTX | $50,424 | |
9 | Booz Allen Hamilton | $47,763 | |
10 | Slide Inc | $46,804 |
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Janitor | $40,229 /yr |
Janitor III | $42,980 /yr |
Lead Janitor | $43,467 /yr |
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For a Janitor in United States
The top 5 paying industries for a Janitor in United States are Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $42,513, Information Technology with a median total pay of $41,912, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $41,859, Financial Services with a median total pay of $41,241, and Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $41,123.
14% Higher than other industries
Top paying companies in Aerospace & Defense for Janitor are RTX, Lockheed Martin, and Boeing.
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The average salary for a Janitor is $40,229 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 11189 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Janitor employees in United States.
The highest salary for a Janitor in United States is $50,064 per year.
The lowest salary for a Janitor in United States is $32,444 per year.
If you are thinking of becoming a Janitor or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Janitor.
Janitor roles provide stable income, routine and high job security without high barriers to entry. While pay is modest, it rises with seniority. In some cases, janitors are also awarded valuable non-monetary benefits, such as free college tuition for themselves and their dependents. Most janitors work full time, but opportunities also exist for part-time work. Janitors who work nighttime shifts and holidays are typically paid more than janitors who work standard hours.
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Anonymous ratings on Glassdoor show that around 65% of janitors are content with their jobs. Your experience, education level, and an average $2,454.27 of additional pay may affect how satisfied you'll be in the position.
On the lower end, janitors make about $26,747.74 per year. Factors such as the number of years of janitorial experience they have and any advanced education typically bring their salary to the high side of the spectrum at $60,838.22. When bonuses and other additional income are included, janitors earn an average of $40,229.18 after about mastering on-the-job skills and building experience.
Interested in maximizing your earnings as a janitor? You may be able to increase your salary by obtaining certifications that verify your sanitation knowledge and skill set. For example, the International Janitorial Cleaning Services Association (IJCSA) offers numerous certification programs, including Bloodborne Pathogen Certification for janitors who are regularly exposed to blood and a Medical Cleaning Certification for custodians who primarily work in health care facilities. Additionally, the IJCSA's Biohazard Cleaning Certification includes the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response certification. You can reach out to your nearest OSHA location to learn about other janitorial training programs.
Whether you're just beginning your search for janitor jobs or you've already been working as a janitor for a while, it's important to know how you can negotiate a higher salary. For new positions, try countering the employer's offer by reiterating your experience, telling them you can work independently, and informing them about your willingness to work their difficult-to-schedule shifts. These tactics can also work when asking for a raise. Additionally, bring up how meticulous you are when cleaning. You can stress your attention to detail and even showcase your breadth of custodial knowledge by differentiating between the benefits and drawbacks of various mopping techniques.