Animal Caretakers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,510 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $15.15
10th percentile $23,830
90th percentile $45,470
Employed locally 350
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,830
    25th
    $28,510
    50th (median)
    $31,510
    75th
    $35,900
    90th
    $45,470

    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 $35,630
    Childcare Workers $30,310
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,780
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $28,560
    Residential Advisors $45,690
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Northwest Minnesota is $15.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.62 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 5.9% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $23,830 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,510.