Laundress Career

*A job as a Laundress falls under the broader career category of Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers : Operate or tend washing or dry-cleaning machines to wash or dry-clean industrial or household articles, such as cloth garments, suede, leather, furs, blankets, draperies, linens, rugs, and carpets. Includes spotters and dyers of these articles.


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Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Worker Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$31,880

Median Hourly Wage

$15.33*

Total Employed Nationally

185,000


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.