The average salary of janitors ranges from $21,000 to $34,000.
Whether a high-tech office, a bustling factory or a hectic classroom, every workplace shares one thing in common: it has to be cleaned. Janitors and custodians take care of this important daily task. For those already working in the custodial profession or looking to get into it, understanding average compensation levels of similar positions can help assess current job offers.
National Averages
According to PayScale's compilation of the salaries of 706 janitors across the country, the average salary for the profession ranges from $20,934 to $34,778. This breaks down to an average hourly rate ranging from $9.91 to $15.43 and average overtime pay from $14.97 to $24.68. These figures are accurate as of November 2010 and do not include any non-cash benefits.
Experience
Custodial work may not be the profession that comes to mind when one thinks of "working up the corporate ladder," but gaining years of experience in the profession does lead to significant pay increases on average. According to PayScale, janitors with one to four years of experience have a salary range from about $17,000 to $27,000, while after five to nine years of work the top of this range grows to about $35,000. At 10 to 19 years of experience, the average custodial salary ranges from $24,126 to $41,507.
Employer
PayScale's findings show that substantial variation in average pay occurs depending on the type of employer of a custodial worker. Those working for the federal government have the highest salary range -- from $25,786 to $51,031. State and local government employees are next in line with a salary range that reaches to $42,483. K-12 schools and private companies take the next two spots, with universities and non-profit organization lagging significantly behind.
Location
PayScale also finds that state of occupation has some bearing on the average pay that can be expected. New York leads the pack with a salary range for janitors from $32,316 to $57,000. California and New Jersey take second and third place, each with average salary ranges that reach to about $45,000. Georgia, Ohio and Texas take the next spots on PayScale's list.
Benefits
When thinking about taking a new job, or simply assessing one's current position, benefits offered by an employer must be considered in addition to cash compensation. According to PayScale, 73 percent of janitors receive medical benefits of some sort from their employer. Additionally, 54 percent receive dental benefits and 39 percent receive vision care.
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