How much does an animal control worker make in Mississippi?
$34,890a year
Median yearly pay for animal control workers in Mississippi. That is $16.77 an hour or $2,908 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.77
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,390Median: $34,890Highest 10%: $47,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,390 | $13.17 | |
| 25th | $30,180 | $14.51 | |
| Median | $34,890 | $16.77 | |
| 75th | $38,620 | $18.57 | |
| 90th | $47,940 | $23.05 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $43,460 |
| Jackson, MS | $32,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal control workers.
| 40. Alabama | $37,340 |
| 41. Kentucky | $35,360 |
| 42. West Virginia | $35,120 |
| 43. Mississippi | $34,890 |
| 44. Arkansas | $34,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal control worker make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $16.77 ($34,890 a year).
Do animal control workers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $34,890 against $45,660 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for animal control worker pay?
Mississippi ranks 43 of 44 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays animal control workers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $43,460 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.