Pest Control Worker Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$48,530
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.33
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $45,250
State Rank
#8 of 50
4,220 employed here

How much does a Pest Control Worker make in New York?

A Pest Control Worker working in New York earns a median salary of $48,530 per year, or about $23.33 per hour. That is 7% above the national median of $45,250 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $37,550 while the top 10% make $71,960 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $45,840 and $59,970 a year.

Pest Control Worker salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,550$18.05
25th percentile (early career)$45,840$22.04
50th percentile (median)$48,530$23.33
75th percentile (experienced)$59,970$28.83
90th percentile (top earners)$71,960$34.60

How New York compares

New York ranks 8th out of 50 states and territories for Pest Control Worker pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$51,300
2South Dakota$49,920
3Nevada$49,240
4Connecticut$49,010
5New Jersey$48,780

Working as a Pest Control Worker in New York

Nationally, about 103,000 people work as Pest Control Workers in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($48,530) 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 a Pest Control Worker make in New York?
The median Pest Control Worker salary in New York is $48,530 per year, or about $23.33 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,550 at the entry level to $71,960 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Pest Control Workers about 7% more than the national median of $45,250. New York ranks 8th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Pest Control Workers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $48,530 a year. About 4,220 Pest Control Workers are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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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.