Pest Control Applicator License Cost in Washington
Documented Pest Control license fees for Washington are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with Washington State Department of Agriculture — Pesticide Management Division before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
Pest Control license cost — Washington at a glance
| Pre-license education | Varies — check the board |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $44,560 (pest control workers) |
Official source: Washington State Department of Agriculture — Pesticide Management Division ↗
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for pest control workers is $44,560. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Pest Control license cost in Washington?
Documented fees for Washington are not published in this dataset — check Washington State Department of Agriculture — Pesticide Management Division for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in Washington?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does Pest Control training cost in Washington?
Training-hour requirements for Washington are not published here — ask Washington State Department of Agriculture — Pesticide Management Division for the approved programs and their costs.
Is a Pest Control license in Washington worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for pest control workers is $44,560. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your Pest Control licensing in Washington
This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with Washington State Department of Agriculture — Pesticide Management Division and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).