Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation Salary (2025)
Based on 27,050 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,570 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $39,160 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $46,340 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $51,240 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $61,420 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$39K
Median
$46K
75th
$51K
90th
$61K
Highest Paying States for Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $63,180 |
| Oregon | $55,730 |
| Nevada | $54,680 |
| New York | $52,520 |
| North Dakota | $52,490 |
| Colorado | $52,340 |
| Delaware | $51,440 |
| Rhode Island | $51,060 |
| Washington | $50,220 |
| Arizona | $50,130 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Massachusetts at an average of $63,180 per year, while Arizona has an average of $50,130 — a difference of $13,050. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 27,050 workers were employed as Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetations in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Occupations. The annual mean wage of $47,070 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 37-3012