Animal Caretakers Salary in Connecticut

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Connecticut nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,420 +2.8% vs national
Median hourly $16.55
10th percentile $32,640
90th percentile $46,680
Employed locally 170
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,640
    25th
    $32,640
    50th (median)
    $34,420
    75th
    $38,790
    90th
    $46,680

    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

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Connecticut is $16.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.23 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Connecticut is 2.8% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $32,640 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,640.