Animal Caretakers Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $28,360 -15.3% vs national
Median hourly $13.63
10th percentile $22,200
90th percentile $44,260
Employed locally 330
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,200
    25th
    $22,950
    50th (median)
    $28,360
    75th
    $36,210
    90th
    $44,260

    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
    Recreation Workers $33,320
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    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $43,980
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $26,970
    Childcare Workers $27,060
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,250

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Northeastern Wisconsin is $13.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 15.3% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $22,200 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,950.