Animal Care and Service Workers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for animal care and service workerss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $37,940 ≈ $18/hr
National median salary $35,530
Total employment 285,680 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do animal care and service workers make in the U.S.?
The median animal care and service workers salary in the United States is $35,530 per year (mean $37,940), and about 80% earn between $27,410 and $51,860.
How much do animal care and service workers make per hour?
Roughly $18 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $37,940 and 2,080 work hours per year.