Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 952,640 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $31,150 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $36,190 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $39,150 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $46,830 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $56,730 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$31K
25th
$36K
Median
$39K
75th
$47K
90th
$57K
Highest Paying States for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $51,200 |
| Massachusetts | $50,540 |
| Washington | $49,130 |
| California | $47,420 |
| Vermont | $47,340 |
| Alaska | $47,280 |
| Colorado | $46,840 |
| Minnesota | $46,200 |
| Connecticut | $46,060 |
| Oregon | $45,840 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $51,200 per year, while Oregon has an average of $45,840 — a difference of $5,360. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 952,640 workers were employed as Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations. The annual mean wage of $42,290 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 37-3011