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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Facilities Management
Phoenix, AZ

Janitor Jobs in Phoenix

Temp and flexible janitor positions in Phoenix pay $13.00-$19.40/hr — 2% below the national average, with a cost of living 3% below the U.S. baseline.

$13-$19

Per Hour

$648

Weekly (40hrs)

97

Cost Index

MST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Phoenix

Healthcare
Logistics
Tourism
Manufacturing

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1400
Groceries$330
Transport$85
More about Phoenix

About Janitor Jobs in Phoenix

Janitors in Phoenix earn $13.00-$19.40/hr, below the national average.

Janitors clean and maintain buildings including offices, schools, hospitals, and retail spaces. They ensure facilities are safe, sanitary, and presentable.

Most janitor positions in Phoenix are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Janitor Pay: Phoenix vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Phoenix, AZ$13–$19/hr97$1,400
Scottsdale, AZ$16–$24/hr121$1,800
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Janitor in Phoenix

1.9x
Challenging
86
Hours to pay rent
54%
Rent / gross income
207
Monthly disposable
7% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Phoenix

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,806
Est. taxes (~22%)-$617
Take-home$2,189
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,400
Groceries + transport$415
Remaining$374

Based on avg Janitor rate of $16.20/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Clean and sanitize restrooms
  • Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors
  • Empty trash and recycling
  • Clean windows and surfaces
  • Restock supplies

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Attention to detail
Physical stamina
Time management
Reliability
Safety awareness
Requirements
  • Physical ability to clean for extended periods
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Flexible schedule (evenings/nights common)
  • Background check (for some facilities)

Earnings Calculator for Phoenix

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$16/hr
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25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$400
Monthly
$1,732
Yearly
$20,800
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Career Path from Janitor

Janitor

0-2 years

Lead Janitor

2-4 years

Facilities Supervisor

4-6 years

Facilities Manager

6+ years

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Related Roles in Phoenix
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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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