As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Dog Handler in California is $52,634. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $47,912 to $57,558, with most professionals earning between $43,612 and $62,040.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $43,612 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $47,912 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $52,634 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $57,558 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Dog Handler Salary | $62,040 | CA | April 01, 2025 |
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| Location | Avg. Salary | Date Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Location Coachella, CA | Avg. Salary $50,556 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Acampo, CA | Avg. Salary $51,598 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Acton, CA | Avg. Salary $53,109 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Adelanto, CA | Avg. Salary $50,517 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Adin, CA | Avg. Salary $49,345 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Agoura Hills, CA | Avg. Salary $52,414 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Aguanga, CA | Avg. Salary $50,624 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Ahwahnee, CA | Avg. Salary $48,061 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Alameda, CA | Avg. Salary $58,928 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
| Location Alamo, CA | Avg. Salary $58,793 | Date Updated April 01, 2025 |
0 - 1 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
1 - 3 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
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