How much does an animal control worker make in Washington?
$66,440a year
Median yearly pay for animal control workers in Washington. That is $31.94 an hour or $5,537 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.94
- Vs. national median
- +46%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,370Median: $66,440Highest 10%: $88,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,370 | $18.93 | |
| 25th | $52,400 | $25.19 | |
| Median | $66,440 | $31.94 | |
| 75th | $78,750 | $37.86 | |
| 90th | $88,180 | $42.39 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $78,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal control workers.
| 1. Washington | $66,440 |
| 2. Oregon | $66,130 |
| 3. Alaska | $63,340 |
| 4. California | $62,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal control worker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $31.94 ($66,440 a year).
Do animal control workers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $66,440 against $45,660 nationally, 46% more.
Where does Washington rank for animal control worker pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 44 states.
Which city in Washington pays animal control workers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $78,750 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.