Animal Control Worker Salary in Nevada (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Animal Control Workers in Nevada, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Nevada Median
$58,810
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.27
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+29% vs US median
US median $45,660
State Rank
#6 of 44
100 employed here

How much does an Animal Control Worker make in Nevada?

Animal Control Workers in Nevada take home a median of $58,810 annually — roughly $28.27 an hour — which runs 29% above the national median of $45,660.

Within Nevada, entry-level pay starts around $32,100 while the top 10% make $74,610 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $47,900 and $67,870 a year.

Animal Control Worker salary range in Nevada

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$32,100$15.43
25th percentile (early career)$47,900$23.03
50th percentile (median)$58,810$28.27
75th percentile (experienced)$67,870$32.63
90th percentile (top earners)$74,610$35.87

How Nevada compares

Nevada ranks 6th out of 44 states and territories for Animal Control Worker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$66,440
2Oregon$66,130
3Alaska$63,340
4California$62,630
5Massachusetts$60,930

Working as an Animal Control Worker in Nevada

Nationally, about 12,000 people work as Animal Control Workers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Nevada pay ($58,810) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Animal Control Worker make in Nevada?
The median Animal Control Worker salary in Nevada is $58,810 per year, or about $28.27 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $32,100 at the entry level to $74,610 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Nevada pay compare to the national average?
Nevada pays Animal Control Workers about 29% more than the national median of $45,660. Nevada ranks 6th out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Nevada a good state for Animal Control Workers?
Yes on pay — Nevada pays above the national median for this occupation, at $58,810 a year. About 100 Animal Control Workers are employed in Nevada. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Nevada?
The highest-paying occupations in Nevada include Dermatologist ($419,410), Radiologist ($386,210), Physician, Pathologists ($384,350), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

← See the national Animal Control Worker salary report

Related salaries

Crossing Guards and Flaggers

$38,100
median pay · 94,000 employed

Private Detectives and Investigators

$51,220
median pay · 36,000 employed

Parking Enforcement Worker

$46,730
median pay · 9,000 employed

Bailiff

$56,600
median pay · 17,000 employed

Security Guard

$38,020
median pay · 1,283,000 employed
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.