Animal Caretakers Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,480 -14.9% vs national
Median hourly $13.69
10th percentile $20,260
90th percentile $41,320
Employed locally 160
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,260
    25th
    $22,580
    50th (median)
    $28,480
    75th
    $34,030
    90th
    $41,320

    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$28,910
    Recreation Workers$27,280
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$46,670
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$22,340
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$33,820
    Tour and Travel Guides$39,260

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Southeast-Central Idaho is $13.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.13 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 14.9% 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $20,260 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,580.