As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dog Handler in Virginia is $48,436. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $46,662 to $53,962, with most professionals earning between $45,047 and $58,994.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $45,047 | VA | March 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $46,662 | VA | March 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $48,436 | VA | March 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $53,962 | VA | March 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $58,994 | VA | March 01, 2025 |
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Annandale, VA | Avg. Salary $53,748 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Virginia State University, VA | Avg. Salary $46,842 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Abingdon, VA | Avg. Salary $42,158 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Accomac, VA | Avg. Salary $45,635 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Achilles, VA | Avg. Salary $45,635 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Afton, VA | Avg. Salary $43,993 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alberta, VA | Avg. Salary $46,552 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Aldie, VA | Avg. Salary $53,506 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Alexandria, VA | Avg. Salary $53,748 | Date Updated March 01, 2025 |
| Location Altavista, VA | Avg. Salary $44,138 | 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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