Animal Caretakers Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $37,120 +10.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.85
10th percentile $32,060
90th percentile $45,340
Employed locally 90
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,060
    25th
    $35,580
    50th (median)
    $37,120
    75th
    $42,280
    90th
    $45,340

    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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    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $50,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Massachusetts is $17.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.52 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Massachusetts is 10.9% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $32,060 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,580.