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Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers in Massachusetts

Laundry and dry-cleaning workers operate machines that wash, dry-clean, and finish various fabrics and materials like garments, linens, carpets, and leather goods. They work in commercial laundries, dry-cleaning facilities, and industrial plants, handling both household and industrial items In Massachusetts the median pay is $37,490 a year, 7% above the national median of $34,890.

$37,490median pay in Massachusetts, per year
$35,920–$38,930middle half earn
3,700employed in Massachusetts
$34,890U.S. median, for comparison
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Openings in Massachusetts and remote

  • Laundry Worker · Veterans Health Administration · Bedford, Massachusetts · $19.54–$22.79

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What it takes

Preparation: Some preparation (usually high school; some on-the-job training).

Skills that matter most

Active ListeningMonitoringOperation and ControlCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessTime ManagementSpeakingCoordination

Knowledge areas

Production and ProcessingEnglish Language

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Licenses and training in Massachusetts

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O*NET-SOC 51-6011.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Massachusetts, annual.