How much does a Dog Handler make in IA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dog Handler in Iowa is $46,214. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $44,522 to $51,487, with most professionals earning between $42,981 and $56,288.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dog Handler Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $42,981 IA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $44,522 IA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $46,214 IA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $51,487 IA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $56,288 IA March 01, 2025
25% $44,522 10% $42,981 90% $56,288 75% $51,487 $46,214 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Ackley, IA Avg. Salary $44,234 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Ackworth, IA Avg. Salary $46,649 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Adair, IA Avg. Salary $46,407 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Adel, IA Avg. Salary $46,552 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Afton, IA Avg. Salary $46,407 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Agency, IA Avg. Salary $46,118 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Ainsworth, IA Avg. Salary $45,780 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Akron, IA Avg. Salary $42,544 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Albert City, IA Avg. Salary $42,496 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Albia, IA Avg. Salary $46,407 Date Updated March 01, 2025
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    Dog Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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