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Pest Control Workers Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.

The median salary for Pest Control Workers in the United States is $45,250 per year, about $22 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $37,440 and $49,600 a year.

Median annual salary
$45,250
~$22/hr · ~$3,771/mo
Total US jobs
102.4K
Faster than average
Education
High school diploma
Growth: +5%

Salary range

10th %ile
$34,680
25th %ile
$37,440
Median
$45,250
75th %ile
$49,600
90th %ile
$61,890

Highest-paying US metros for Pest Control Workers

MetroLocal salary
Reno, NV$58,910
Sioux City, IA-NE-SD$48,500
Jonesboro, AR$47,070
Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA$46,090
Sioux Falls, SD-MN$48,460
Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN$49,460
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA$48,200
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA$58,380
Kingston, NY$52,700
Spartanburg, SC$47,630

Frequently asked questions

How much do Pest Control Workers make in the US?

The median salary is $45,250 per year (about $22 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $37,440 and $49,600 a year.

How much do Pest Control Workers make per hour?

About $22 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $45,250 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Pest Control Workers?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)