Solid Waste Manager Salary in Knoxville, Tennessee

How much does a Solid Waste Manager make in Knoxville, TN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Solid Waste Manager in Knoxville, TN is $112,506. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $73,201 to a high of $147,269, with most professionals earning between $91,932 and $130,702.

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What is a Solid Waste Manager?

The Solid Waste Manager is responsible for overseeing the collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste within a municipality or organization. This includes managing waste collection schedules, coordinating with waste disposal facilities, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The Solid Waste Manager also develops and implements waste reduction and recycling programs, as well as educates the community on proper waste disposal practices. Additionally, they may be responsible for budgeting, staffing, and equipment maintenance within the solid waste department. Overall, the Solid Waste Manager plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and sustainable environment for the community.

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What does a Solid Waste Manager do?

Common responsibilities of a Solid Waste Manager

Develop and implement strategies to reduce waste generation and increase recycling and composting efforts.

September 13, 2023

Ensure that solid waste management practices are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

September 23, 2023

Develop and manage budgets for solid waste management programs and projects.

October 01, 2023

Manage and oversee the operation and maintenance of solid waste facilities, such as landfills and transfer stations.

October 11, 2023

Oversee the collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste in a safe and efficient manner.

October 22, 2023

Educate and engage the community on proper waste disposal and recycling practices.

October 24, 2023

Develop and implement solid waste management plans and programs to ensure compliance with regulations and environmental standards.

November 25, 2023

Coordinate with local government agencies, waste haulers, and recycling facilities to manage solid waste disposal and recycling efforts.

November 26, 2023

Monitor and analyze waste generation and disposal data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

November 28, 2023

Provide leadership and guidance to staff involved in solid waste management activities.

November 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Solid Waste Manager in Knoxville, TN

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

91932

130702

112506

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

93125

134305

114619

What is the average salary for Solid Waste Manager in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Solid Waste Manager in Knoxville, TN. The base salary for Solid Waste Manager ranges from $91,932 to $130,702 with the average base salary of $112,506. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $93,125 to $134,305 with the average total cash compensation of $114,619.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$112,506	$91,932 - $130,702
Bonus	$2,113	$1,193 - $3,603
Total Pay	$114,619	$93,125 - $134,305

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Solid Waste Manager Salary Near Knoxville, TN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Asheville, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,103 - $130,944	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Johnson City, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,804 - $124,833	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Kingsport, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,135 - $125,303	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Chattanooga, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $90,890 - $129,220	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Greenville, SC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,724 - $131,827	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN
CITY, STATE Richmond, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $91,922 - $130,688	COMPARE TO Knoxville, TN

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About Knoxville, Tennessee

Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a population of 178,874 as of the 2010 census, making it the state's third largest city after Nashville and Memphis. Knoxville is the principal city of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which, in 2016, was 868,546, up 0.9 percent, or 7,377 people, from to 2015. The KMSA is, in turn, the central component of the Knoxville-Sevierville-La Follette Combined Statistical Area, which, in 2013, had a population of 1,096,961. First settled in 178...

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