Top States for Grooming Jobs
Which states have the most dog grooming jobs? See the top states ranked by listing volume and average salary.
Where should you work as a dog groomer? Which markets are booming? We built this Top States for Grooming Jobs ranking by analyzing live job data from GroomerJob.com to answer exactly those questions. The 15 results below are ranked using a composite methodology that weighs multiple factors — not just a single metric. The data refreshes regularly, so these rankings evolve as the market shifts.
Methodology
This ranking orders all 50 states by active grooming job count. States with more listings naturally offer more variety in terms of cities, companies, and role types. We also display average salary for comparison, though it does not influence rank order. Cost of living varies significantly between states, so salary comparisons should account for local purchasing power.
| Rank | State | Jobs | Avg Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 150 | $50k |
| 2 | Texas | 144 | $50k |
| 3 | Florida | 136 | $51k |
| 4 | Virginia | 76 | $50k |
| 5 | North Carolina | 74 | $57k |
| 6 | Georgia | 72 | $57k |
| 7 | Colorado | 67 | $70k |
| 8 | Arizona | 49 | $51k |
| 9 | Pennsylvania | 47 | $48k |
| 10 | New York | 45 | $48k |
| 11 | Illinois | 41 | $44k |
| 12 | Maryland | 38 | $50k |
| 13 | South Carolina | 36 | $53k |
| 14 | Indiana | 33 | $49k |
| 15 | New Jersey | 31 | $53k |
What This Means for Your Job Search
Rankings are useful for identifying trends and comparing options, but every groomer's priorities are different. Some value high pay above all else; others prioritize schedule flexibility, location, or the chance to work with specific breeds. Let this ranking inform your search, then explore the full listings on GroomerJob.com to find positions that match what matters most to you. The market is active and new opportunities appear regularly.
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