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

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

How does experience change A Pest Control Operator's salary?

A Pest Control Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $88,670 for beginners, reaching about $90,204 at mid-level, and approach $96,471 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pest Control Operator?

Pest Control Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pest Control Operator roles are District of Columbia $101,333, California $100,948, Massachusetts $99,603. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pest Control Operator roles make?

Salaries for Pest Control Operator level roles vary by specialization: Pest Control Manager: $135,736; Pest Control Specialist: $120,860; Pest Control Sales: $95,967; Certified Pest Control Operator: $92,156; Pest Control Supervisor: $70,236.

Pest Control Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pest Control Operator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pest Control Operator in Delaware is $92,684 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,285
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,501 to $105,561
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,961

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Pest Control Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,561	$8,797	$2,030	$51
Average	$92,684	$7,724	$1,782	$45
25th Percentile	$85,501	$7,125	$1,644	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Pest Control Operator Salaries

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

How Experience Level Affects Pest Control Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pest Control Operator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $88,670
Early Career (1-2 years): $89,181
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,204
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,737
Expert (over 8 years): $96,471

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pest Control Operator	$88,670
Intermediate Level Pest Control Operator	$89,181
Senior Level Pest Control Operator	$90,204
Specialist Level Pest Control Operator	$91,737
Expert Level Pest Control Operator	$96,471

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How Do Pest Control Operator 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 Control Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,333.
California: $100,948.
Massachusetts: $99,603.

District of Columbia $101,333 California $100,948 Massachusetts $99,603 Washington $99,237 New Jersey $99,200 Alaska $99,072 Connecticut $97,809 New York $97,297

Hawaii $95,658 Rhode Island $94,890 Maryland $94,368 Minnesota $93,654 Colorado $93,379 Illinois $93,288 Oregon $92,940 Delaware $92,684

New Hampshire $92,523 Virginia $92,162 Pennsylvania $91,110 Nevada $90,579 North Dakota $90,405 Michigan $90,130 Wisconsin $90,030 Vermont $89,828

Texas $89,270 Maine $89,234 Arizona $89,179 Ohio $89,115 Georgia $88,273 Indiana $87,852 Wyoming $87,769 Utah $87,641

Iowa $87,586 Kansas $87,147 Louisiana $87,019 North Carolina $86,973 Missouri $86,955 Florida $86,598 Montana $86,406 Nebraska $86,222

Kentucky $86,122 South Carolina $85,756 Tennessee $85,527 Idaho $85,435 New Mexico $84,767 Oklahoma $84,621 Alabama $84,081 South Dakota $83,175

Arkansas $82,681 West Virginia $82,415 Mississippi $81,619

Top Paying Cities for Pest Control Operators

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: $95,924
Little Creek: $95,036
Magnolia: $95,430

Lincoln, DE $95,924 Little Creek, DE $95,036 Magnolia, DE $95,430 Milford, DE $95,924 Marydel, DE $94,679 Millsboro, DE $95,924 Millville, DE $96,564 Milton, DE $95,924

Nassau, DE $95,924 Ocean View, DE $96,564 Rehoboth Beach, DE $96,564 Seaford, DE $94,917 Selbyville, DE $96,564 Smyrna, DE $94,569 Viola, DE $95,430 Woodside, DE $95,155

Bear, DE $93,874 Newark, DE $93,910 Claymont, DE $93,984 Delaware City, DE $93,910 Hockessin, DE $93,984 Kirkwood, DE $93,910 Middletown, DE $94,377 Montchanin, DE $93,984

New Castle, DE $93,984 Odessa, DE $94,505 Port Penn, DE $93,654 Rockland, DE $93,984 Saint Georges, DE $93,910 Townsend, DE $94,368 Winterthur, DE $93,984 Lewes, DE $95,924

Wilmington, DE $93,984 Dover, DE $94,990 Dover Afb, DE $95,210 Bethany Beach, DE $96,564 Bethel, DE $94,917 Bridgeville, DE $95,924 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,091 Cheswold, DE $94,771

Clayton, DE $94,533 Dagsboro, DE $96,564 Delmar, DE $94,917 Ellendale, DE $95,924 Felton, DE $95,924 Fenwick Island, DE $96,564 Frankford, DE $96,564 Frederica, DE $95,924

Georgetown, DE $95,924 Greenwood, DE $95,924 Harbeson, DE $95,924 Harrington, DE $95,924 Hartly, DE $94,487 Houston, DE $95,924 Kenton, DE $94,533 Laurel, DE $94,917

Yorklyn, DE $93,984

Pest Control Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pest Control Operator'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 April 01, 2026

$85,501

Average $92,684/year

$105,561

$7,125

Average $7,724/month

$8,797

$1,644

Average $1,782/week

$2,030

$41

Average $45/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,561	$8,797	$2,030	$51
Average	$92,684	$7,724	$1,782	$45
25th Percentile	$85,501	$7,125	$1,644	$41

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