37-2021
Pest Control Workers
Role Overview
Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Colorado | $50,450 |
| Washington | $50,190 |
| Maine | $49,940 |
| North Dakota | $48,840 |
| New Hampshire | $48,750 |
| New York | $48,470 |
| Hawaii | $48,420 |
| Wisconsin | $48,370 |
| Alaska | $47,930 |
| Indiana | $47,130 |
| Connecticut | $46,830 |
| Rhode Island | $46,660 |
| New Jersey | $46,370 |
| Illinois | $46,310 |
| Vermont | $46,280 |
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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.
Median Annual Salary
$44,730
Projected Growth (10yr)
+4.9%
Avg. annual openings
13.4k
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