Animal Caretakers Salary in Central Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,520 +0.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.12
10th percentile $29,010
90th percentile $48,270
Employed locally 70
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,010
    25th
    $30,440
    50th (median)
    $33,520
    75th
    $37,140
    90th
    $48,270

    Top-paying metros for Animal Caretakers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area $49,980
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $43,670
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $42,590
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $39,460
    Napa, CA $38,770
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $38,420

    Related occupations in Central Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other$37,980
    Childcare Workers$33,770
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$33,770
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$49,550
    Recreation Workers$36,050
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$48,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Central Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Central Oregon is $16.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.19 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Central Oregon is 0.1% above the national median of $33,470. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Animal Caretakers in Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $29,010 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,440.