Animal Caretakers Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,350 -15.3% vs national
Median hourly $13.63
10th percentile $22,060
90th percentile $42,990
Employed locally 160
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,060
    25th
    $22,800
    50th (median)
    $28,350
    75th
    $34,280
    90th
    $42,990

    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
    Recreation Workers $34,270
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    Childcare Workers $30,160
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $34,080
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,980
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Western Wisconsin is $13.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.35 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Western Wisconsin is 15.3% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $22,060 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,800.