Animal Trainers Salary in El Paso, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • El Paso, TX

Median annual salary $28,230 -27.1% vs national
Median hourly $13.57
10th percentile $18,080
90th percentile $37,220
Employed locally 40
National median $38,750

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,080
    25th
    $28,200
    50th (median)
    $28,230
    75th
    $30,550
    90th
    $37,220

    El Paso economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $58,800 2023 • Census ACS
    Animal Trainers salary vs area income 48% Median Animal Trainers salary is 52% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Trainers make per hour in El Paso?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Trainers in El Paso, TX is $13.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.19 or more per hour.

    Is El Paso above or below average for Animal Trainers salaries?

    The median Animal Trainers salary in El Paso, TX is 27.1% below the national median of $38,750. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Animal Trainers in El Paso?

    Entry-level Animal Trainers (10th percentile) earn around $18,080 per year in El Paso, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,200.