How much does an animal control worker make in Massachusetts?
$60,930a year
Median yearly pay for animal control workers in Massachusetts. That is $29.29 an hour or $5,078 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.29
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,370Median: $60,930Highest 10%: $78,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,370 | $21.33 | |
| 25th | $50,130 | $24.10 | |
| Median | $60,930 | $29.29 | |
| 75th | $73,010 | $35.10 | |
| 90th | $78,180 | $37.59 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $63,140 |
| Worcester, MA | $55,410 |
| Providence, RI | $54,770 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal control workers.
| 2. Oregon | $66,130 |
| 3. Alaska | $63,340 |
| 4. California | $62,630 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $60,930 |
| 6. Nevada | $58,810 |
| 7. Colorado | $58,470 |
| 8. Connecticut | $57,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal control worker make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $29.29 ($60,930 a year).
Do animal control workers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $60,930 against $45,660 nationally, 33% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for animal control worker pay?
Massachusetts ranks 5 of 44 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays animal control workers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $63,140 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.