Animal Control Workers Salary in California
Animal Control Workers in California earn a median of $62,630 a year, +37% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,630
- vs. U.S. median
- +37% ($45,660)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,210
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,570; the top 10% earn over $78,880. Nationally the range is $33,090 to $68,070.
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Animal Control Workers pay in California
How much do animal control workers make in California?
The median is $62,630 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,570 and the top 10% earn over $78,880. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for animal control workers?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 44 (+37% vs. the national median of $45,660). Living costs are not included.