Animal Control Workers
Occupation
$45,830
National Median Salary
$22.03
Median Hourly Wage
11,790
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+40.8%
10 Year Change
$32,560
2014 Median
$45,830
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Animal Control Workers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation) | $55,310 | 70 |
| Services to Buildings and Dwellings | $54,370 | — |
| Exterminating and Pest Control Services | $54,370 | — |
| Administrative and Support Services | $54,150 | — |
| Social Advocacy Organizations | $47,970 | 480 |
Top Paying States for Animal Control Workers
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $66,110 | 40 |
| Washington | $65,210 | 190 |
| Alaska | $62,870 | 40 |
| California | $62,760 | 1,280 |
| Massachusetts | $60,120 | 310 |
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State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
Services to Buildings and Dwellings
Exterminating and Pest Control Services
Administrative and Support Services
Social Advocacy Organizations
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation)
Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
Other Personal Services
Personal and Laundry Services
