Statewide pay Government data
Pest control technicians in Massachusetts earn a statewide median of $45,560 a year, 2% above the typical U.S. metro, ranking #20 of 50 states. About 1,900 people work in the trade statewide.
Statewide pay range
States ranked near Massachusetts
See all states on the pest control technician overview.
Pay by city Government data
| Metro | Median pay | Real pay | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable TownMASSACHUSETTS · MA | $46,160 | $46,934 | 120 |
| BostonMASSACHUSETTS · MA | $45,570 | $42,091 | 1,170 |
Pay: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (metro-level). Real pay: BEA price parities, 2024. How we calculate
The job (national)
Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
Nationally, jobs are projected to grow 5.5% from 2025 to 2035, with about 13,700 openings a year. Typical training: moderate-term on-the-job training.
Nationally, pest control technicians have 150 injuries or illnesses serious enough to miss work per 10,000 full-time workers, 1.7× the rate for all jobs (87). The most common cause is falls, slips and trips.
What the work is like Government data
How often pest control technicians deal with each condition, from surveys of workers in the job.
Getting started usually takes some preparation (high school plus months of training).
O*NET 31.0 Work Context and Job Zones (U.S. Department of Labor), national.
Licensing in Massachusetts Official source
The main state licensing office in Massachusetts is the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections. It can point you to the right license for pest control technicians.
Official Massachusetts licensing site ↗
Requirements for pest control technicians vary by state and sometimes by city; always confirm with the official agency.
Cities in Massachusetts
All trades in Massachusetts.