Animal Caretakers Salary in Southwest Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $21,560 -35.6% vs national
Median hourly $10.37
10th percentile $17,600
90th percentile $47,400
Employed locally 90
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,600
    25th
    $20,430
    50th (median)
    $21,560
    75th
    $31,680
    90th
    $47,400

    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$22,350
    Recreation Workers$32,820
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$24,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers$49,310
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$41,340
    Residential Advisors$28,690

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Southwest Oklahoma is $10.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.82 or more per hour.

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

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Southwest Oklahoma is 35.6% 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 Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $17,600 per year in Southwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $20,430.