Animal Caretakers Salary in Southern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $32,050 -4.2% vs national
Median hourly $15.41
10th percentile $30,800
90th percentile $42,730
Employed locally 190
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,800
    25th
    $31,360
    50th (median)
    $32,050
    75th
    $36,860
    90th
    $42,730

    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

    Related occupations in Southern Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$37,820
    Recreation Workers$37,810
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$35,290
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$49,470
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$46,540
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other$35,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Southern Vermont is $15.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Southern Vermont is 4.2% 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 Vermont?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $30,800 per year in Southern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,360.