Animal Caretakers Salary in Western Wyoming

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

Median annual salary $29,310 -12.4% vs national
Median hourly $14.09
10th percentile $16,760
90th percentile $47,490
Employed locally 130
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,760
    25th
    $23,030
    50th (median)
    $29,310
    75th
    $35,310
    90th
    $47,490

    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 $27,650
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $27,310
    Recreation Workers $31,200
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $57,200
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $47,350
    Tour and Travel Guides $53,420

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Western Wyoming is $14.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.72 or more per hour.

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

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Western Wyoming is 12.4% 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 Wyoming?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $16,760 per year in Western Wyoming. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,030.