As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dog Handler in California is $53,265. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $51,314 to $59,342, with most professionals earning between $49,539 and $64,876.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $49,539 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $51,314 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $53,265 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $59,342 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $64,876 | CA | March 01, 2025 |
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Coachella, CA | Avg. Salary $50,898 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Acampo, CA | Avg. Salary $51,623 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Acton, CA | Avg. Salary $53,458 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Adelanto, CA | Avg. Salary $50,802 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Adin, CA | Avg. Salary $49,498 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Agoura Hills, CA | Avg. Salary $52,685 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Aguanga, CA | Avg. Salary $51,043 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Ahwahnee, CA | Avg. Salary $48,098 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alameda, CA | Avg. Salary $58,915 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alamo, CA | Avg. Salary $58,770 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
0 - 1 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
1 - 3 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
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