Pest Control Worker Salary
Pest Control Workers earn a median $45,250 a year nationally. Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations
U.S. median
$45,250
$21.75 per hour
Range
$34,680 – $61,890
10th to 90th percentile
Employed
102,620
across the U.S.
▲1.2%
Pay trend: The median for pest control workers in the U.S. rose from $44,730 (May 2024) to $45,250 (May 2025). That trailed inflation (2.4%), so buying power slipped about 1.2%.
What pest control workers do
Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
- Typical education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Moderate-term on-the-job training
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +5.5% (faster than average)
- Openings per year
- 13,700
- Self-employed
- 5%
Employment of pest control workers is projected to grow 5.5% from 2025 to 2035, faster than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 13,700 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Pest Control Worker take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
Your take-home pay
$38,538
per year · effective tax rate 14.8%
$3,212Monthly
$1,606Twice a month
$1,482Every 2 weeks
$18.53Hourly
- Federal income tax$3,250
- Social Security (6.2%)$2,806
- Medicare (1.45%)$656
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$38,538
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $34,680 | $16.67 | $30,045 |
| 25th percentile | $37,440 | $18.00 | $32,263 |
| Median (50th) | $45,250 | $21.75 | $38,538 |
| 75th percentile | $49,600 | $23.85 | $42,034 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $61,890 | $29.75 | $51,909 |
Best cities for pest control workers (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $49,940 | $40,207 | $35,720 | 4,380 |
| 2 | Miami, FL | $44,890 | $38,249 | $33,506 | 2,480 |
| 3 | Atlanta, GA | $38,920 | $32,055 | $32,036 | 3,430 |
| 4 | Dallas, TX | $38,330 | $32,978 | $31,990 | 2,870 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- New York, NY — $49,940
- Miami, FL — $44,890
- Atlanta, GA — $38,920
- Dallas, TX — $38,330
Pest Control Worker salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $51,300 | +2.2% | $43,400 | $44,340 – $61,190 | 1,430 |
| South Dakota | $49,920 | +28.5% | $42,291 | $39,460 – $68,950 | 190 |
| Nevada | $49,240 | +11.1% | $41,744 | $36,680 – $81,420 | 790 |
| Connecticut | $49,010 | +4.7% | $40,279 | $39,470 – $58,590 | 880 |
| New Jersey | $48,780 | +5.2% | $40,227 | $39,830 – $59,680 | 2,270 |
| Colorado | $48,650 | −3.6% | $39,838 | $38,610 – $71,230 | 970 |
| Hawaii | $48,570 | +0.3% | $39,025 | $35,500 – $62,670 | 740 |
| New York | $48,530 | +0.1% | $39,150 | $37,550 – $71,960 | 4,220 |
| Maine | $48,340 | −3.2% | $38,940 | $46,130 – $60,300 | 320 |
| North Dakota | $48,020 | −1.7% | $40,764 | $44,600 – $62,580 | 120 |
| New Hampshire | $48,000 | −1.5% | $40,748 | $45,570 – $58,960 | 260 |
| Maryland | $47,360 | +8.2% | $38,348 | $37,810 – $65,500 | 1,670 |
| California | $47,190 | +4.0% | $38,603 | $37,110 – $65,580 | — |
| Alaska | $46,900 | −2.1% | $39,864 | $35,580 – $75,180 | 40 |
| Oregon | $46,570 | +8.5% | $36,354 | $39,890 – $59,270 | 740 |
| Illinois | $46,450 | +0.3% | $37,348 | $36,120 – $62,450 | 2,470 |
| Vermont | $46,320 | +0.1% | $38,280 | $36,510 – $63,940 | 80 |
| Virginia | $45,950 | +4.0% | $37,273 | $37,020 – $61,510 | 3,040 |
| Pennsylvania | $45,720 | +0.9% | $37,512 | $36,910 – $60,000 | 2,260 |
| Massachusetts | $45,560 | −0.5% | $36,729 | $36,750 – $62,170 | 1,900 |
| Wisconsin | $45,350 | −6.2% | $37,404 | $36,800 – $59,750 | 1,060 |
| Delaware | $45,300 | — | $36,741 | $31,200 – $74,090 | 300 |
| Iowa | $45,290 | +24.0% | $37,501 | $35,750 – $57,250 | 540 |
| Rhode Island | $45,030 | −3.5% | $37,290 | $36,920 – $65,250 | 270 |
| North Carolina | $44,740 | +19.2% | $36,852 | $31,990 – $61,900 | 4,870 |
| Utah | $44,740 | +5.4% | $37,081 | $33,280 – $47,640 | 1,050 |
| Louisiana | $44,570 | +7.1% | $37,041 | $27,850 – $58,220 | 1,930 |
| Wyoming | $44,500 | +20.2% | $37,936 | $29,380 – $71,920 | 50 |
| Michigan | $44,470 | −1.9% | $36,272 | $38,630 – $61,850 | 1,460 |
| Arizona | $44,430 | +14.0% | $36,978 | $36,820 – $62,910 | 3,200 |
| Florida | $44,320 | −3.2% | $37,791 | $34,960 – $61,890 | 12,400 |
| South Carolina | $43,130 | +13.6% | $35,404 | $32,850 – $59,890 | 2,660 |
| Missouri | $42,690 | +10.7% | $35,412 | $29,850 – $48,560 | 1,440 |
| Kentucky | $42,310 | +10.6% | $34,813 | $30,130 – $61,670 | 1,030 |
| Montana | $41,730 | −6.9% | $34,505 | $38,360 – $60,350 | 100 |
| Minnesota | $41,640 | −9.1% | $34,229 | $27,180 – $70,720 | 670 |
| Idaho | $40,220 | −5.7% | $33,473 | $35,940 – $47,340 | 620 |
| Ohio | $40,110 | −7.6% | $34,088 | $35,590 – $58,890 | 2,170 |
| Tennessee | $39,690 | −9.5% | $34,071 | $30,570 – $56,270 | 3,340 |
| Oklahoma | $39,050 | +5.9% | $32,345 | $29,220 – $58,160 | 1,310 |
| Nebraska | $38,960 | +5.0% | $32,591 | $29,330 – $66,200 | 460 |
| Kansas | $38,690 | −14.7% | $31,908 | $27,590 – $60,000 | 760 |
| Indiana | $38,600 | −18.1% | $32,086 | $35,290 – $60,920 | 1,670 |
| Alabama | $38,410 | −4.0% | $31,387 | $31,100 – $50,110 | 2,540 |
| Georgia | $37,860 | −13.2% | $31,258 | $29,310 – $61,520 | 5,770 |
| Arkansas | $37,710 | +1.3% | $31,222 | $30,900 – $55,970 | 1,030 |
| Texas | $37,660 | −13.4% | $32,440 | $29,550 – $59,630 | 9,470 |
| West Virginia | $37,510 | −1.1% | $31,303 | $26,080 – $50,780 | 460 |
| Mississippi | $37,200 | −1.1% | $31,314 | $28,700 – $53,890 | 960 |
| New Mexico | $37,070 | +2.0% | $31,339 | $28,600 – $70,410 | 320 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building Cleaning Workers, All Other | $44,040 | No formal educational credential | +2.0% |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $36,840 | No formal educational credential | +2.2% |
| Maid and Housekeeping Cleaner | $35,510 | No formal educational credential | +0.6% |
| Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation | $46,340 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.9% |
| Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other | $46,860 | No formal educational credential | +3.7% |
| First-Line Supervisor of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers | $49,100 | High school diploma or equivalent | +3.2% |
| Tree Trimmer and Pruner | $50,960 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.2% |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Worker | $39,150 | No formal educational credential | +4.7% |
| First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers | $58,430 | High school diploma or equivalent | +4.0% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pest control worker make?
The national median salary for pest control workers is $45,250 a year ($21.75 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,680 and the top 10% earn over $61,890. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays pest control workers the most?
Washington has the highest median pay at $51,300. After taxes and local prices, New York, NY offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many pest control workers are there in the U.S.?
About 102,620 people work as pest control workers nationwide.