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Landscaping Laborer pay in Columbus, GA

What landscaping laborers earn, what moves the number and how to get to the top of the range in Columbus.

Typical U.S. pay

$16–$22.50

per hour

Typical U.S. range, estimate. Local pay varies with the market, shift and certifications.

The range

Where the number comes from.

The range is built around an approximate U.S. median of $18/hr for this kind of work, based on public occupational wage data. It is a planning estimate, not a promise or a local survey.

In a market the size of Columbus, pay for landscaping laborers can sit anywhere in the range. Certified workers and people who take hard-to-fill shifts tend to earn toward the top.

Example week (estimate)

20 hours (part-time)$320–$450
32 hours (four shifts)$512–$720
40 hours (full week)$640–$900

Before taxes. Overtime at 1.5× would make an hour at $16 worth about $24.

What changes your pay

Local pay varies. Here's why.

Overtime

Hours over 40 in a week are generally paid at 1.5 times your regular rate, and some states also count daily overtime. Georgia overtime rules apply to shifts in Columbus.

Shift differentials

Overnight, early-morning, holiday and short-notice shifts sometimes carry a higher rate. The shift offer always shows the rate before you accept.

Certifications & tier

Holding certifications opens more shifts, and moving up the crew tiers gets you first pick of the best-paying ones.

FAQ

Landscaping Laborer pay: FAQ.

More answers in our full FAQ.

Typical U.S. pay for landscaping laborers is about $16–$22.50 per hour. That is an estimate based on public wage data, not a local survey. Pay in Columbus depends on the client, shift, certifications and the local minimum wage, and every shift offer shows the actual rate before you accept.

Yes. State minimum wage, and any higher city or county minimum that covers Columbus, sets the floor for every shift. Your shift offer always shows the hourly rate before you accept.

Next-day pay by direct deposit or pay card after each shift, with instant pay available.

Good pay, posted up front.

Every shift offer shows the rate before you accept. Apply by text and start picking shifts in Columbus.

Or call dispatch: (800) 000-0000

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