General maintenance and repair workers Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.
The median salary for General maintenance and repair workers in the United States is $49,590 per year, about $24 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $40,840 and $62,620 a year.
Salary range
Highest-paying US metros for General maintenance and repair workers
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Decatur, IL | $61,380 |
| Sioux City, IA-NE-SD | $57,470 |
| St. Joseph, MO-KS | $57,420 |
| Sheboygan, WI | $62,410 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $58,900 |
| Grand Island, NE | $55,740 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $56,120 |
| Lima, OH | $57,180 |
| Elkhart-Goshen, IN | $57,590 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $58,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do General maintenance and repair workers make in the US?
The median salary is $49,590 per year (about $24 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $40,840 and $62,620 a year.
How much do General maintenance and repair workers make per hour?
About $24 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $49,590 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as General maintenance and repair workers?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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