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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pest Control Operator in South Dakota is $83,199 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.
However, a Pest Control Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Pest Control Operator Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $94,769 | $7,897 | $1,822 | $46 |
| Average | $83,199 | $6,933 | $1,600 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,752 | $6,396 | $1,476 | $37 |
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Warne Chemical & Equipment Company Inc. - Rapid City, SD
Brown County South Dakota - Aberdeen, SD
Fenix Pest Control, Inc - Sioux Falls, SD
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.
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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Pest Control Operator | $79,596 |
| Intermediate Level Pest Control Operator | $80,055 |
| Senior Level Pest Control Operator | $80,972 |
| Specialist Level Pest Control Operator | $82,348 |
| Expert Level Pest Control Operator | $86,602 |
What Am I Worth?
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:
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:
For Pest Control Operator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Pest Control Operator positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pest Control Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $99,839 | $48.0 | 20% |
| Biotechnology | $91,519 | $44.0 | 10% |
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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $94,769 | $7,897 | $1,822 | $46 |
| Average | $83,199 | $6,933 | $1,600 | $40 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,752 | $6,396 | $1,476 | $37 |
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