Pest Control Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 102,620 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $34,680 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $37,440 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $45,250 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $49,600 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $61,890 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$35K
25th
$37K
Median
$45K
75th
$50K
90th
$62K
Highest Paying States for Pest Control Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Nevada | $54,110 |
| Colorado | $53,770 |
| New York | $53,500 |
| South Dakota | $53,490 |
| Washington | $53,220 |
| Alaska | $52,680 |
| North Dakota | $52,670 |
| New Jersey | $51,780 |
| Hawaii | $50,900 |
| Maine | $50,830 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Pest Control Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Nevada at an average of $54,110 per year, while Maine has an average of $50,830 — a difference of $3,280. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Pest Control Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 102,620 workers were employed as Pest Control Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations. The annual mean wage of $46,400 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 37-2021