Animal Caretakers Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,150 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly $13.54
10th percentile $21,740
90th percentile $48,290
Employed locally 210
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,740
    25th
    $23,920
    50th (median)
    $28,150
    75th
    $34,600
    90th
    $48,290

    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 Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers$29,610
    Childcare Workers$26,810
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$28,750
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$43,770
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$24,170
    Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers$38,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Eastern Ohio is $13.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.48 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Eastern Ohio is 15.9% below 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $21,740 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,920.