Animal Caretakers Salary in Eastern Wyoming

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

Median annual salary $28,450 -15% vs national
Median hourly $13.68
10th percentile $22,660
90th percentile $43,380
Employed locally 110
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,660
    25th
    $23,500
    50th (median)
    $28,450
    75th
    $30,200
    90th
    $43,380

    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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    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$36,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Eastern Wyoming is $13.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.58 or more per hour.

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

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Eastern Wyoming is 15% 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 Wyoming?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $22,660 per year in Eastern Wyoming. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,500.