How much does a Animal Caretakers make per hour in Southern Ohio?

Animal Caretakers Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,880 -13.7% vs national

Median hourly $13.89

10th percentile $23,170

90th percentile $48,760

Employed locally 220

National median $33,470

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Animal Caretakers

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Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$23,170

25th

$26,580

50th (median)

$28,880

75th

$32,050

90th

$48,760

Top-paying metros for Animal Caretakers

Metro area	Median 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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Frequently asked questions

How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Southern Ohio?

The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Southern Ohio is $13.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.49 or more per hour.

Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

The median Animal Caretakers salary in Southern Ohio is 13.7% 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 Southern Ohio?

Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $23,170 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,580.