How much does an animal control worker make in Iowa?
$54,190a year
Median yearly pay for animal control workers in Iowa. That is $26.05 an hour or $4,516 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.05
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,120Median: $54,190Highest 10%: $62,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,120 | $20.25 | |
| 25th | $46,990 | $22.59 | |
| Median | $54,190 | $26.05 | |
| 75th | $58,250 | $28.00 | |
| 90th | $62,040 | $29.83 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal control workers.
| 7. Colorado | $58,470 |
| 8. Connecticut | $57,130 |
| 9. Rhode Island | $55,060 |
| 10. Iowa | $54,190 |
| 11. Wyoming | $53,870 |
| 12. Maryland | $53,330 |
| 13. New Jersey | $52,050 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal control worker make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $26.05 ($54,190 a year).
Do animal control workers make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $54,190 against $45,660 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Iowa rank for animal control worker pay?
Iowa ranks 10 of 44 states.
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.