How much does a Dog Handler make in WA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dog Handler in Washington is $52,057. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $50,151 to $57,997, with most professionals earning between $48,416 and $63,405.

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 $48,416 WA March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $50,151 WA March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $52,057 WA March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $57,997 WA March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $63,405 WA March 01, 2025
25% $50,151 10% $48,416 90% $63,405 75% $57,997 $52,057 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $50,319 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $49,546 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $48,870 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $50,319 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $49,257 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $48,870 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $52,106 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $48,870 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $50,319 Date Updated March 01, 2025
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $49,836 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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