Animal Caretakers Salary in Southeast Oklahoma

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $26,800 -19.9% vs national
Median hourly $12.89
10th percentile $17,890
90th percentile $42,630
Employed locally 220
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,890
    25th
    $21,520
    50th (median)
    $26,800
    75th
    $31,260
    90th
    $42,630

    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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    Childcare Workers$28,090
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    Recreation Workers$33,500
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$26,260
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$37,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Southeast Oklahoma?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Southeast Oklahoma is $12.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.00 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Oklahoma above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Southeast Oklahoma is 19.9% 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 Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $17,890 per year in Southeast Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,520.