What are the main factors that influence a Pest Controller's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Pest Controller?

Pest Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pest Controller roles are District of Columbia $39,158, California $39,010, Massachusetts $38,490. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pest Controller roles make?

Salaries for Pest Controller level roles vary by specialization: Controller: $253,381; Pest Control Manager: $135,745; Pest Control Specialist: $121,158; Pest Control Operator: $91,504; Integrated Pest Management: $75,321.

Pest Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pest Controller make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pest Controller in Delaware is $35,816 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Pest Controller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,585
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,763 to $44,594
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $24,251

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Pest Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,594	$3,716	$858	$21
Average	$35,816	$2,985	$689	$17
25th Percentile	$29,763	$2,480	$572	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Pest Controller Salaries

A Pest Controller's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Pest Controller Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pest Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,158.
California: $39,010.
Massachusetts: $38,490.

District of Columbia $39,158 California $39,010 Massachusetts $38,490 Washington $38,349 New Jersey $38,334 Alaska $38,285 Connecticut $37,797 New York $37,599

Hawaii $36,966 Rhode Island $36,669 Maryland $36,467 Minnesota $36,191 Colorado $36,085 Illinois $36,050 Oregon $35,915 Delaware $35,816

New Hampshire $35,754 Virginia $35,615 Pennsylvania $35,208 Nevada $35,003 North Dakota $34,936 Michigan $34,830 Wisconsin $34,791 Vermont $34,713

Texas $34,497 Maine $34,483 Arizona $34,462 Ohio $34,437 Georgia $34,112 Indiana $33,949 Wyoming $33,917 Utah $33,868

Iowa $33,846 Kansas $33,677 Louisiana $33,627 North Carolina $33,609 Missouri $33,602 Florida $33,464 Montana $33,390 Nebraska $33,319

Kentucky $33,280 South Carolina $33,139 Tennessee $33,051 Idaho $33,015 New Mexico $32,757 Oklahoma $32,700 Alabama $32,492 South Dakota $32,142

Arkansas $31,951 West Virginia $31,848 Mississippi $31,540

Top Paying Cities for Pest Controllers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $37,068
Little Creek: $36,725
Magnolia: $36,877

Lincoln, DE $37,068 Little Creek, DE $36,725 Magnolia, DE $36,877 Milford, DE $37,068 Marydel, DE $36,587 Millsboro, DE $37,068 Millville, DE $37,316 Milton, DE $37,068

Nassau, DE $37,068 Ocean View, DE $37,316 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,316 Seaford, DE $36,679 Selbyville, DE $37,316 Smyrna, DE $36,545 Viola, DE $36,877 Woodside, DE $36,771

Bear, DE $36,276 Newark, DE $36,290 Claymont, DE $36,318 Delaware City, DE $36,290 Hockessin, DE $36,318 Kirkwood, DE $36,290 Middletown, DE $36,471 Montchanin, DE $36,318

New Castle, DE $36,318 Odessa, DE $36,520 Port Penn, DE $36,191 Rockland, DE $36,318 Saint Georges, DE $36,290 Townsend, DE $36,467 Winterthur, DE $36,318 Lewes, DE $37,068

Wilmington, DE $36,318 Dover, DE $36,708 Dover Afb, DE $36,792 Bethany Beach, DE $37,316 Bethel, DE $36,679 Bridgeville, DE $37,068 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,746 Cheswold, DE $36,623

Clayton, DE $36,531 Dagsboro, DE $37,316 Delmar, DE $36,679 Ellendale, DE $37,068 Felton, DE $37,068 Fenwick Island, DE $37,316 Frankford, DE $37,316 Frederica, DE $37,068

Georgetown, DE $37,068 Greenwood, DE $37,068 Harbeson, DE $37,068 Harrington, DE $37,068 Hartly, DE $36,513 Houston, DE $37,068 Kenton, DE $36,531 Laurel, DE $36,679

Yorklyn, DE $36,318

Pest Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pest Controller's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$29,763

Average $35,816/year

$44,594

$2,480

Average $2,985/month

$3,716

$572

Average $689/week

$858

$14

Average $17/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,594	$3,716	$858	$21
Average	$35,816	$2,985	$689	$17
25th Percentile	$29,763	$2,480	$572	$14

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