Animal Caretakers Salary in Northeast Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,130 +5% vs national
Median hourly $16.89
10th percentile $30,090
90th percentile $45,050
Employed locally 70
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,090
    25th
    $34,190
    50th (median)
    $35,130
    75th
    $44,360
    90th
    $45,050

    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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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $34,970
    Recreation Workers $35,870
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,590
    Residential Advisors $37,570
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $37,220
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $47,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Northeast Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Northeast Maine is $16.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.99 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Maine above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Northeast Maine is 5% 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 Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $30,090 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,190.