How much does an animal control worker make in Georgia?
$39,500a year
Median yearly pay for animal control workers in Georgia. That is $18.99 an hour or $3,292 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.99
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,060Median: $39,500Highest 10%: $51,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,060 | $15.89 | |
| 25th | $37,270 | $17.92 | |
| Median | $39,500 | $18.99 | |
| 75th | $45,280 | $21.77 | |
| 90th | $51,760 | $24.88 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $42,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal control workers.
| 31. Illinois | $42,480 |
| 32. Missouri | $41,760 |
| 33. Kansas | $39,520 |
| 34. Georgia | $39,500 |
| 35. South Carolina | $38,790 |
| 36. Louisiana | $38,020 |
| 37. New Mexico | $37,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal control worker make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $18.99 ($39,500 a year).
Do animal control workers make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $39,500 against $45,660 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Georgia rank for animal control worker pay?
Georgia ranks 34 of 44 states.
Which city in Georgia pays animal control workers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $42,840 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.