How much does an animal control worker make in California?
$62,630a year
Median yearly pay for animal control workers in California. That is $30.11 an hour or $5,219 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.11
- Vs. national median
- +37%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,570Median: $62,630Highest 10%: $78,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,570 | $22.87 | |
| 25th | $54,940 | $26.41 | |
| Median | $62,630 | $30.11 | |
| 75th | $72,020 | $34.63 | |
| 90th | $78,880 | $37.92 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $77,540 |
| San Jose, CA | $74,260 |
| Sacramento, CA | $64,050 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $62,810 |
| Riverside, CA | $59,870 |
| San Diego, CA | $55,570 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $46,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal control workers.
| 1. Washington | $66,440 |
| 2. Oregon | $66,130 |
| 3. Alaska | $63,340 |
| 4. California | $62,630 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $60,930 |
| 6. Nevada | $58,810 |
| 7. Colorado | $58,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal control worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $30.11 ($62,630 a year).
Do animal control workers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $62,630 against $45,660 nationally, 37% more.
Where does California rank for animal control worker pay?
California ranks 4 of 44 states.
Which city in California pays animal control workers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $77,540 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.