Animal Caretakers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,760 -11.1% vs national
Median hourly $14.31
10th percentile $21,370
90th percentile $37,220
Employed locally 270
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,370
    25th
    $26,350
    50th (median)
    $29,760
    75th
    $33,520
    90th
    $37,220

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,510
    Recreation Workers$30,880
    Childcare Workers$26,930
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$29,160
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$42,010
    Manicurists and Pedicurists$22,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $14.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.76 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $21,370 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,350.