Animal Control Workers Salary in New York
Animal Control Workers in New York earn a median of $48,420 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $48,420
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($45,660)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 870
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,800; the top 10% earn over $73,360. Nationally the range is $33,090 to $68,070.
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Animal Control Workers pay in New York
How much do animal control workers make in New York?
The median is $48,420 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,800 and the top 10% earn over $73,360. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for animal control workers?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 44 (+6% vs. the national median of $45,660). Living costs are not included.