Animal Caretakers Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,760 -11.1% vs national
Median hourly $14.31
10th percentile $20,180
90th percentile $45,810
Employed locally 90
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,180
    25th
    $22,650
    50th (median)
    $29,760
    75th
    $36,480
    90th
    $45,810

    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 Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $22,660
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $18,740
    Recreation Workers $29,530
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,650
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $38,230
    Funeral Attendants $30,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Eastern Region of Texas is $14.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.53 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 11.1% 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 Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $20,180 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,650.