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Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners Salary in Ames, IA

In the 2025 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS dataset, Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners in Ames, IA have a median annual salary of $35,300, with 1,030 recorded jobs in this area. Recorded earnings range from $29,540 at the 10th percentile to $47,180 at the 90th percentile.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS · Data year: 2025 · Last updated: 2026-09-22

Salary overview

Median annual salary

$35,300

Data year: 2025

Hourly median

$16.97

Employment

1,030

Source

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS

Salary distribution

$29,540
10th
$32,380
25th
$35,300
Median
$39,310
75th
$47,180
90th

Local compared with national

Ames, IA

$35,300

Median annual · 2025

United States

$36,840

Median annual · 2025

The Ames, IA median is 4.2% below the national median in the available dataset (a difference of $1,540).

Top skills

  1. 1.Active ListeningImportance 3.0
  2. 2.SpeakingImportance 3.0
  3. 3.Critical ThinkingImportance 2.8
  4. 4.MonitoringImportance 2.8
  5. 5.CoordinationImportance 2.8
  6. 6.Time ManagementImportance 2.8
  7. 7.Active LearningImportance 2.6
  8. 8.Social PerceptivenessImportance 2.6
  9. 9.Reading ComprehensionImportance 2.5
  10. 10.Service OrientationImportance 2.5
  11. 11.WritingImportance 2.4
  12. 12.Judgment and Decision MakingImportance 2.4

Career information

Education and experience

Typical education
High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED)
Experience
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Job zone
3

Technology used

  • Eko
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word
  • Squeegee

Common tasks

  • Service, clean, or supply restrooms.
  • Gather and empty trash.
  • Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
  • Monitor building security and safety by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
  • Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
  • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  • Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
  • Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
  • Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
  • Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.

Related careers

Occupations recorded as related in the dataset. A relationship does not imply a guaranteed transition.

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