Animal Caretakers Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $32,530 -2.8% vs national
Median hourly $15.64
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $44,410
Employed locally 310
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $32,530
    75th
    $37,120
    90th
    $44,410

    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 Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Maryland is $15.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.39 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

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

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.