Pest Control Workers Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,310 -7.6% vs national
Median hourly $19.86
10th percentile $35,040
90th percentile $49,340
Employed locally 100
National median $44,730

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,040
    25th
    $35,910
    50th (median)
    $41,310
    75th
    $44,950
    90th
    $49,340

    Top-paying metros for Pest Control Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area $54,860
    St. George, UT $51,540
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $51,200
    Kingston, NY $50,970
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $50,760
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $50,710

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners$34,670
    Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners$32,020
    Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers$37,870
    First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers$46,600
    First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers$59,660
    Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation$46,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Pest Control Workers make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Pest Control Workers in South Illinois is $19.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.62 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Pest Control Workers salaries?

    The median Pest Control Workers salary in South Illinois is 7.6% below the national median of $44,730. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Pest Control Workers in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Pest Control Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,040 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,910.