Septic Tank and Related Services Industry Research Report

Industry Overview

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) pumping (i.e., cleaning) septic tanks and cesspools and/or (2) renting and/or servicing portable toilets. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Septic Tank and Related Services Market Size

This research report analyzes the market size and trends in the Septic Tank and Related Services industry. It shows overall market size from 2020 to the present, and predicts industry growth through 2030. Revenues data include both public and private companies.

HistoricalForecasted
20202021202220232024202520262027202820292030
Market Size (Total Revenue)

Included in Report

% Growth Rate
Number of Companies
Total Employees
Average Revenue per Company
Average Employees per Company
Source: U.S. government financial data

Industry Revenue ($ Billions)

Industry Market Size
  • 2018
  • 2019
  • 2020
  • 2021
  • 2022
  • 2023
  • 2024

Industry Forecast ($ Billions)

Industry Market Size
  • 2024
  • 2025
  • 2026
  • 2027
  • 2028
  • 2029
  • 2030


Advanced econometric models forecast five years of industry growth based on short- and long-term trend analysis. Market size includes revenue generated from all products and services sold within the industry.

Geographic Breakdown by U.S. State

Market size by state reveals local opportunity through the number of companies located in the region. Each state's growth rate is affected by regional economic conditions. Data by state can be used to pinpoint profitable and nonprofitable locations for Septic Tank and Related Services companies in the United States.

Industry Revenue by State [Sample]

Market Size by State

Distribution by Company Size

Company SizeAll IndustriesSeptic Tank and Related Services
Small Business (< 5 Employees)

Included

Small Business (5 - 20)
Midsized Business (20 - 100)
Large Business (100 - 500)
Enterprise (> 500)

Industry Income Statement (Average Financial Metrics)

Financial statement analysis determines averages for the following industry forces:
The report includes a traditional income statement from an "average" Septic Tank and Related Services company (both public and private companies are included).

Industry AveragePercent of Sales
Total Revenue

Included

Operating Revenue
Cost of Goods Sold (COGS)
Gross Profit
Operating Expenses
Operating Income
Non-Operating Income
Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT)
Interest Expense
Earnings Before Taxes
Income Tax
Net Profit


Average Income Statement

Average Income Statement

Cost of Goods Sold

Salaries, Wages, and Benefits

Rent

Advertising

Depreciation and Amortization

Officer Compensation

Net Income


Financial Ratio Analysis

Financial ratios allow a company's performance to be compared against that of its peers.

Financial RatioIndustry Average
Profitability Ratios

Included

Profit Margin
ROE
ROA
Liquidity Ratios
Current Ratio
Quick Ratio
Activity Ratios
Average Collection Period
Asset Turnover Ratio
Receivables Turnover Ratio
Inventory Conversion Ratio

Products and Services Mix

Product lines and services in the Septic Tank and Related Services industry accounting for the largest revenue sources.

Product DescriptionDescriptionRevenue
($ Millions)
Industry total

Included

Other non-hazardous waste collection services
Other non-haz waste collection - portable toilets rental service
Septic tank maintenance services
All other operating receipts
Other non-haz - waste holding & drain facilities, cleaning/maint
All other non-hazardous waste collection (incl snowplowing)
Non-haz waste/recyclable mat collection services, non-residential
Non-hazardous waste & recyclable material transportation services
Non-hazardous waste/recyclable mat collection services, residential

Compensation and Salary Surveys

Salary information for employees working in the Septic Tank and Related Services industry.

TitlePercent of WorkforceBottom QuartileAverage (Median) SalaryUpper Quartile
Management Occupations6%

Included

Chief Executives0%
General and Operations Managers3%
Office and Administrative Support Occupations12%
Construction and Extraction Occupations45%
Construction Trades Workers9%
Construction Laborers6%
Construction Laborers6%
Other Construction and Related Workers30%
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers20%
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers20%
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners10%
Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners10%
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations20%
Motor Vehicle Operators7%
Driver/Sales Workers and Truck Drivers7%
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers6%
Material Moving Workers11%
Laborers and Material Movers, Hand8%
Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand7%

Government Contracts

The federal government spent an annual total of $50,206,147 on the Septic Tank and Related Services industry. It has awarded 3,656 contracts to 570 companies, with an average value of $88,081 per company.

Top Companies in Septic Tank and Related Services and Adjacent Industries

CompanyAddressRevenue
($ Millions)

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GeographyUnited States
Publication DateAugust 2025
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