Animal Trainers Salary in Reno, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Reno, NV

Median annual salary $37,290 -3.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.93
10th percentile $32,050
90th percentile $46,750
National median $38,750

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,050
    25th
    $37,280
    50th (median)
    $37,290
    75th
    $46,750
    90th
    $46,750

    Reno economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,684 2023 • Census ACS
    Animal Trainers salary vs area income 44% Median Animal Trainers salary is 56% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Animal Trainers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC $94,390
    Urban Honolulu, HI $72,080
    Hawaii $72,080
    Colorado Springs, CO $64,590
    Birmingham, AL $63,330
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $60,390

    Nearby metros — Animal Trainers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $42,790
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $35,690
    Jacksonville, FL $34,100
    Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC $32,760

    Related occupations in Reno, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Gambling Dealers $22,610
    Recreation Workers $29,130
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,420
    Childcare Workers $30,900
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $50,150
    Animal Caretakers $31,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Trainers make per hour in Reno?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Trainers in Reno, NV is $17.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.03 or more per hour.

    Is Reno above or below average for Animal Trainers salaries?

    The median Animal Trainers salary in Reno, NV is 3.8% 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 Reno?

    Entry-level Animal Trainers (10th percentile) earn around $32,050 per year in Reno, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,280.