How much does an animal control worker make in Tennessee?
$42,970a year
Median yearly pay for animal control workers in Tennessee. That is $20.66 an hour or $3,581 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.66
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,240Median: $42,970Highest 10%: $51,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,240 | $13.10 | |
| 25th | $34,820 | $16.74 | |
| Median | $42,970 | $20.66 | |
| 75th | $45,570 | $21.91 | |
| 90th | $51,640 | $24.83 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $45,460 |
| Memphis, TN | $43,460 |
| Knoxville, TN | $39,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal control workers.
| 27. Idaho | $43,930 |
| 28. Texas | $43,250 |
| 29. Indiana | $43,000 |
| 30. Tennessee | $42,970 |
| 31. Illinois | $42,480 |
| 32. Missouri | $41,760 |
| 33. Kansas | $39,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal control worker make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $20.66 ($42,970 a year).
Do animal control workers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $42,970 against $45,660 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for animal control worker pay?
Tennessee ranks 30 of 44 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays animal control workers the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $45,460 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.