Animal Caretakers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $25,410 -24.1% vs national
Median hourly $12.21
10th percentile $18,620
90th percentile $32,340
Employed locally 60
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,620
    25th
    $20,120
    50th (median)
    $25,410
    75th
    $28,050
    90th
    $32,340

    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 $20,810
    Recreation Workers $20,370
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $26,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,340
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,450
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other $21,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Southwest Louisiana is $12.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.46 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 24.1% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $18,620 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $20,120.