What orderlies earn in Connecticut and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $36,910 | $17.74 | 470 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $39,000 | $18.75 | 170 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $36,330 | $17.47 | 50 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $38,350 | $18.44 | 40 |
Orderlies in Connecticut earned a median of $37,550 a year ($18.06 an hour) in May 2025, 2% less than the national median of $38,290. The middle half earned $35,140 to $39,150.
Among areas in Connecticut, pay was highest in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT at $39,000.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.