Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for laundry and dry-cleaning workers in the United States was $16.78, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $13.19 |
| 25th | $14.60 |
| Median | $16.78 |
| 75th | $18.06 |
| 90th | $20.77 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do laundry and dry-cleaning workers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $16.78; the mean hourly wage is $16.79.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for laundry and dry-cleaning workers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $13.19 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for laundry and dry-cleaning workers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $20.77 per hour.