Animal Control Workers pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for animal control workers is $21.95 an hour ($45,660 a year). About 12,070 people work in this job there.
Pay range for animal control workers in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.91 | $33,090 |
| 25% of workers | $18.15 | $37,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.95 | $45,660 |
| 75% of workers | $27.44 | $57,060 |
| 90% of workers | $32.72 | $68,070 |
Best-paying states for animal control workers
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $66,440 | 180 |
| Oregon | $66,130 | 40 |
| Alaska | $63,340 | 30 |
| California | $62,630 | 1,210 |
| Massachusetts | $60,930 | 280 |
| Nevada | $58,810 | 100 |
| Colorado | $58,470 | 170 |
| Connecticut | $57,130 | 220 |
| Rhode Island | $55,060 | 70 |
| Iowa | $54,190 | 80 |
Pay by state
- California · $62,630
- Florida · $45,860
- New York · $48,420
- Texas · $43,250
Education, experience and outlook for animal control workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Security Guards | $38,020 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $76,210 |
| Animal Caretakers | $35,360 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $47,380 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $38,150 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $36,670 |
| Animal Trainers | $39,990 |
| Agricultural Inspectors | $49,940 |
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