First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers Salary
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers earn a median $58,430 a year nationally. Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
What first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers do
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in landscaping or groundskeeping activities. Work may involve reviewing contracts to ascertain service, machine, and workforce requirements; answering inquiries from potential customers regarding methods, material, and price ranges; and preparing estimates according to labor, material, and machine costs.
- Typical education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Work experience
- Less than 5 years
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +4.0% (about average)
- Openings per year
- 23,900
- Self-employed
- 47%
Employment of first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers is projected to grow 4.0% from 2025 to 2035, about the same as the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 23,900 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$4,832
- Social Security (6.2%)$3,623
- Medicare (1.45%)$847
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$49,129
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $40,560 | $19.50 | $34,770 |
| 25th percentile | $47,390 | $22.78 | $40,258 |
| Median (50th) | $58,430 | $28.09 | $49,129 |
| 75th percentile | $72,590 | $34.90 | $59,897 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $85,650 | $41.18 | $69,085 |
Best cities for first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $74,610 | $57,886 | $51,426 | 6,100 |
| 2 | Atlanta, GA | $58,960 | $47,117 | $47,090 | 2,800 |
| 3 | Washington, DC | $60,460 | $48,276 | $44,337 | 2,690 |
| 4 | Los Angeles, CA | $61,350 | $48,947 | $43,100 | 4,220 |
| 5 | Chicago, IL | $52,470 | $41,887 | $40,434 | 2,530 |
| 6 | Dallas, TX | $47,850 | $40,627 | $39,410 | 3,560 |
| 7 | Miami, FL | $51,340 | $43,432 | $38,046 | 2,960 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- New York, NY — $74,610
- Los Angeles, CA — $61,350
- Washington, DC — $60,460
- Atlanta, GA — $58,960
- Chicago, IL — $52,470
- Miami, FL — $51,340
- Dallas, TX — $47,850
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $74,340 | +14.0% | $57,563 | $48,250 – $89,660 | 250 |
| Washington | $71,930 | +4.2% | $59,433 | $51,270 – $99,430 | 2,030 |
| New York | $70,760 | +8.2% | $55,386 | $49,920 – $99,780 | 6,320 |
| Oregon | $70,560 | +12.9% | $53,125 | $46,770 – $96,110 | 1,180 |
| New Jersey | $68,580 | −9.8% | $54,835 | $52,000 – $94,200 | 2,830 |
| District of Columbia | $68,300 | +16.2% | $53,886 | $55,400 – $108,140 | 80 |
| Alaska | $67,760 | −0.8% | $56,499 | $48,980 – $96,480 | 150 |
| Vermont | $66,810 | −4.8% | $53,882 | $52,010 – $96,040 | 160 |
| New Hampshire | $64,340 | +2.3% | $53,877 | $52,390 – $92,390 | 940 |
| Massachusetts | $63,750 | −3.4% | $50,436 | $46,610 – $99,420 | 2,510 |
| California | $63,270 | +3.4% | $50,345 | $44,330 – $98,590 | 14,850 |
| Connecticut | $62,740 | −4.5% | $50,693 | $49,550 – $101,120 | 1,860 |
| Wisconsin | $62,630 | +0.2% | $50,529 | $45,390 – $89,530 | 2,690 |
| Hawaii | $62,570 | +0.1% | $49,230 | $40,090 – $84,070 | — |
| Maine | $62,300 | +0.1% | $49,214 | $47,460 – $77,950 | 790 |
| Minnesota | $62,280 | +3.4% | $49,510 | $48,290 – $93,630 | — |
| North Dakota | $62,280 | +4.0% | $52,222 | $45,670 – $90,140 | 280 |
| Indiana | $62,040 | +4.5% | $50,228 | $40,750 – $89,950 | 2,230 |
| Kansas | $61,270 | +4.8% | $48,791 | $44,840 – $79,580 | 1,110 |
| Colorado | $60,840 | +0.4% | $49,096 | $46,370 – $86,690 | 4,390 |
| South Dakota | $60,680 | +12.6% | $50,936 | $43,700 – $80,450 | 340 |
| South Carolina | $60,100 | +6.0% | $48,021 | $38,570 – $78,170 | 2,250 |
| Rhode Island | $59,940 | +1.1% | $48,711 | $47,800 – $78,800 | 730 |
| Montana | $59,460 | +6.8% | $47,918 | $31,600 – $94,370 | 650 |
| New Mexico | $59,120 | +6.1% | $48,070 | $43,710 – $89,600 | 530 |
| Michigan | $58,840 | +1.4% | $47,208 | $40,550 – $77,450 | 4,000 |
| Virginia | $58,400 | +5.4% | $46,561 | $42,740 – $80,900 | 3,380 |
| Idaho | $58,200 | +16.8% | $46,967 | $43,680 – $79,700 | 1,120 |
| Nebraska | $57,820 | +9.3% | $46,887 | $46,190 – $79,320 | 1,010 |
| Iowa | $57,670 | +11.2% | $46,978 | $39,130 – $80,180 | 1,140 |
| Kentucky | $57,670 | +14.5% | $46,617 | $40,490 – $75,080 | 1,360 |
| Nevada | $57,250 | −0.5% | $48,180 | $38,490 – $81,080 | 1,530 |
| Utah | $57,200 | +4.8% | $46,532 | $46,150 – $85,790 | 2,080 |
| North Carolina | $56,930 | +1.9% | $46,160 | $44,770 – $76,210 | 4,300 |
| Arizona | $56,410 | +14.7% | $46,304 | $45,950 – $78,170 | 2,530 |
| Wyoming | $56,230 | +0.4% | $47,361 | $47,810 – $82,990 | 220 |
| West Virginia | $55,910 | +14.2% | $45,321 | $37,290 – $81,450 | 390 |
| Ohio | $55,680 | +0.4% | $46,170 | $42,800 – $79,260 | 4,120 |
| Pennsylvania | $55,450 | +7.6% | $45,032 | $44,500 – $76,300 | 5,610 |
| Georgia | $54,830 | +18.5% | $44,013 | $37,220 – $76,450 | 4,770 |
| Maryland | $54,730 | +15.7% | $43,920 | $44,000 – $76,020 | 3,900 |
| Tennessee | $53,700 | +8.7% | $45,328 | $36,020 – $83,020 | 2,020 |
| Illinois | $53,340 | −2.0% | $42,543 | $39,480 – $85,670 | 3,460 |
| Alabama | $52,710 | +6.4% | $42,162 | $37,230 – $78,730 | 1,720 |
| Florida | $51,290 | +7.2% | $43,392 | $38,060 – $80,090 | 12,020 |
| Arkansas | $49,890 | +3.5% | $40,534 | $37,470 – $73,800 | 1,140 |
| Oklahoma | $49,700 | −1.1% | $40,423 | $37,580 – $76,390 | 1,180 |
| Missouri | $48,710 | +3.9% | $39,966 | $40,040 – $74,470 | 1,760 |
| Louisiana | $48,410 | −8.7% | $40,011 | $34,450 – $63,640 | — |
| Texas | $47,630 | −4.8% | $40,451 | $37,000 – $72,590 | 11,260 |
| Mississippi | $47,130 | −1.6% | $38,896 | $36,050 – $76,940 | 820 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisor of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $49,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.2% |
| Tree Trimmer and Pruner | $50,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other | $46,860 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation | $46,340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Pest Control Worker | $45,250 | High school diploma or equivalent | +5.5% |
| Building Cleaning Workers, All Other | $44,040 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Worker | $39,150 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $36,840 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| Maid and Housekeeping Cleaner | $35,510 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers make?
The national median salary for first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers is $58,430 a year ($28.09 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,560 and the top 10% earn over $85,650. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers the most?
Delaware has the highest median pay at $74,340. After taxes and local prices, New York, NY offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers are there in the U.S.?
About 130,760 people work as first-line supervisors of landscaping, lawn service, and groundskeeping workers nationwide.