Animal Control Workers Salary in Southwest Oklahoma

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $27,610 -39.8% vs national
Median hourly $13.28
10th percentile $20,800
90th percentile $37,230
Employed locally 30
National median $45,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,800
    25th
    $24,850
    50th (median)
    $27,610
    75th
    $33,090
    90th
    $37,230

    Top-paying metros for Animal Control Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $76,430
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $76,170
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $75,500
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $73,310
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $71,700
    Oregon $66,110

    Related occupations in Southwest Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$43,410
    Security Guards$33,280
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$40,160
    Firefighters$35,990
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$61,240
    Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators$37,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Control Workers make per hour in Southwest Oklahoma?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Control Workers in Southwest Oklahoma is $13.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.00 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Oklahoma above or below average for Animal Control Workers salaries?

    The median Animal Control Workers salary in Southwest Oklahoma is 39.8% below the national median of $45,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Animal Control Workers in Southwest Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Animal Control Workers (10th percentile) earn around $20,800 per year in Southwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,850.