Animal Trainers Salary in North Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • North Carolina
Animal Trainers in North Carolina earn a median salary of $39,820 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, +2.8% vs the national median of $38,750. An estimated 590 animal trainers are employed across North Carolina, with salaries ranging from $35,010 to $49,170 depending on location.
$39,820
Avg median salary in North Carolina
$49,170
Highest paying metro
$35,010
Lowest paying metro
590
Employed in North Carolina
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inAnimal Trainers salaries by city in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | $49,170 | $37,020 | $80,820 | 190 |
| Central North Carolina | $42,060 | $34,130 | $47,210 | 30 |
| Durham, NC | $39,190 | $37,940 | $52,450 | 40 |
| Winston, NC | $38,560 | $34,870 | $61,500 | 30 |
| Charlotte, NC-SC | $37,780 | $25,840 | $50,090 | 200 |
| Asheville, NC | $36,970 | $36,080 | $44,830 | 50 |
| Wilmington, NC | $35,010 | $24,180 | $43,100 | 50 |