As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Dog Handler in Augusta, GA is $44,166, equivalent to $21 per hour, $849 weekly, or $3,681 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Dog Handler in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Dog Handler in Augusta, GA vary widely, spanning from $36,165 to $51,451. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,978) and 75th percentile ($47,979), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,451 per year. This $8,001 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Housekeeping, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Augusta Dog Handler often earn 4.3% lower than national averages. However, Augusta currently ranks 664 statewide for Dog Handler job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Dog Handler Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $36,165 Augusta, GA May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $39,978 Augusta, GA May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $44,166 Augusta, GA May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $47,979 Augusta, GA May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Dog Handler Salary $51,451 Augusta, GA May 18, 2021
25% $39,978 10% $36,165 90% $51,451 75% $47,979 $44,166 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Augusta, Georgia    Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is ....More

Augusta, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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