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Pest Control Workers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Pest Control Workers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$47,190
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.0% vs 2024
$50,360
Mean Salary
$47,190
Median Salary
$22.69
Hourly Rate
Pest Control Workers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Pest Control Workers in California earn a median salary of $47,190 per year ($3,932/month).
This is 7.3% above the national average of $43,987.
California ranks #13 out of 50 states for Pest Control Workers pay.
Salaries increased by 4.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Pest Control Workers
Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.75
Writing
3.62
Speaking
3.62
Monitoring
3.62
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
3.82
Public Safety and Security
3.11
English Language
3.08
Chemistry
2.96
Biology
2.94
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(90.2% of workers)
Salaries for Pest Control Workers in California range from $37,110 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $65,580 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $41,620 and $56,880.
Median $47,190
P10: $37,110P25: $41,620P75: $56,880P90: $65,580
10th
$37,110
25th
$41,620
Median
$47,190
75th
$56,880
90th
$65,580
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$37,110
$17.84
$3,092
25th Percentile
$41,620
$20.01
$3,468
Median (50th)
$47,190
$22.69
$3,932
75th Percentile
$56,880
$27.35
$4,740
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$65,580
$31.53
$5,465
Note: The mean (average) salary of $50,360 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Pest Control Workers make in California?
The median annual salary for Pest Control Workers in California is $47,190 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $50,360.
What is the salary range for a Pest Control Workers in California?
Salaries for Pest Control Workers in California range from $37,110 at the 10th percentile to $65,580 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $41,620 and $56,880.
What is the starting salary for a Pest Control Workers in California?
Entry-level Pest Control Workers positions in California typically start around $37,110 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $41,620 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Pest Control Workers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Pest Control Workers in California is approximately $22.69 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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