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Pest Control Workers is a notable career in the 37 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Pest Control Workers against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 37-2021 |
| title | Pest Control Workers |
| onet code | 37-2021.00 |
| description | Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas. |
| job zone | 2 |
| major group | 37 |
| tot emp | 96,110 |
| a mean | 45,800 |
| a median | 44,730 |
| a pct10 | 32,460 |
| a pct25 | 37,060 |
| a pct75 | 49,300 |
| a pct90 | 61,410 |
| h mean | 22 |
| h median | 21 |
The day-to-day work of a pest control workers typically centers on record work activities performed. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Critical Thinking, Active Listening, and Writing. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.49 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working pest control workers, the most common entry qualification is a High School Diploma (90.2%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 0% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Colorado at $50,450 and lowest in New Mexico at $36,340 — a 1.4× spread. The top five states (Colorado, Washington, Maine, North Dakota, New Hampshire) average $49,634. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $50,450 | $54,430 | $36,650 | $79,220 | 1,010 |
| Washington | $50,190 | $51,890 | $38,490 | $62,020 | 1,420 |
| Maine | $49,940 | $51,380 | $40,090 | $62,950 | 320 |
| North Dakota | $48,840 | $53,460 | $38,380 | $80,580 | 110 |
| New Hampshire | $48,750 | $50,890 | $40,020 | $66,250 | 280 |
| New York | $48,470 | $54,240 | $39,180 | $75,640 | 3,870 |
| Hawaii | $48,420 | $48,410 | $32,120 | $60,580 | 730 |
| Wisconsin | $48,370 | $48,680 | $34,120 | $63,710 | 860 |
| Alaska | $47,930 | $55,060 | $36,370 | $82,060 | 50 |
| Indiana | $47,130 | $46,920 | $35,080 | $59,970 | 1,570 |
| Connecticut | $46,830 | $47,300 | $39,070 | $55,600 | 800 |
| Rhode Island | $46,660 | $49,780 | $35,600 | $64,270 | 260 |
| New Jersey | $46,370 | $49,710 | $38,560 | $62,970 | 2,480 |
| Illinois | $46,310 | $46,270 | $35,910 | $61,140 | 2,130 |
| Vermont | $46,280 | $47,360 | $36,530 | $60,650 | 80 |
| Minnesota | $45,830 | $45,300 | $26,340 | $61,850 | 510 |
| Florida | $45,790 | $47,020 | $35,520 | $61,380 | 11,130 |
| Massachusetts | $45,790 | $49,790 | $37,250 | $70,270 | 1,670 |
| California | $45,370 | $45,740 | $35,780 | $59,180 | 12,290 |
| Kansas | $45,370 | $45,320 | $34,550 | $62,260 | 780 |
| Michigan | $45,320 | $47,760 | $37,320 | $63,970 | 1,290 |
| Pennsylvania | $45,310 | $45,700 | $36,880 | $58,690 | 2,250 |
| Montana | $44,820 | $45,960 | $37,320 | $59,860 | 100 |
| Nevada | $44,320 | $48,230 | $38,450 | $63,950 | 870 |
| Virginia | $44,180 | $46,320 | $31,000 | $61,900 | 3,050 |
| Tennessee | $43,870 | $45,130 | $29,460 | $65,050 | 2,930 |
| Maryland | $43,790 | $46,280 | $37,420 | $61,660 | 1,520 |
| Georgia | $43,610 | $44,750 | $27,180 | $62,180 | 5,720 |
| Texas | $43,470 | $45,800 | $29,500 | $69,950 | 8,640 |
| Ohio | $43,420 | $45,230 | $34,890 | $58,100 | 2,090 |
| Oregon | $42,930 | $45,220 | $38,620 | $49,440 | 1,070 |
| Idaho | $42,650 | $39,320 | $23,510 | $50,520 | 540 |
| Utah | $42,460 | $44,340 | $34,600 | $56,860 | 880 |
| Louisiana | $41,600 | $42,750 | $30,380 | $58,290 | 2,010 |
| Alabama | $40,020 | $42,270 | $30,880 | $58,800 | 2,410 |
| Arizona | $38,960 | $45,110 | $35,750 | $59,340 | 3,370 |
| South Dakota | $38,850 | $42,640 | $29,280 | $58,810 | 150 |
| Missouri | $38,570 | $41,040 | $28,930 | $48,530 | 1,350 |
| Kentucky | $38,250 | $40,770 | $29,630 | $53,520 | 940 |
| South Carolina | $37,960 | $40,870 | $29,000 | $58,460 | 2,700 |
| West Virginia | $37,930 | $40,980 | $28,290 | $59,560 | 360 |
| Mississippi | $37,620 | $42,710 | $28,150 | $62,800 | 990 |
| North Carolina | $37,530 | $41,330 | $29,220 | $58,150 | 4,550 |
| Arkansas | $37,240 | $40,580 | $29,700 | $58,880 | 1,200 |
| Nebraska | $37,090 | $40,680 | $31,090 | $53,060 | 370 |
| Wyoming | $37,030 | $42,350 | $25,300 | $60,970 | 60 |
| Oklahoma | $36,880 | $38,830 | $28,210 | $50,570 | 1,210 |
| Iowa | $36,510 | $40,280 | $30,700 | $50,030 | 470 |
| New Mexico | $36,340 | $36,630 | $28,820 | $45,640 | 360 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for pest control workers. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Bed Bug Exterminator or Certified Pest Control Technician frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Pest Control Workers compares to others in the 37 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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