Animal Trainers Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $33,870 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $16.28
10th percentile $29,850
90th percentile $55,860
Employed locally 110
National median $38,750

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,850
    25th
    $29,900
    50th (median)
    $33,870
    75th
    $45,470
    90th
    $55,860

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Animal Trainers salary vs area income 50% Median Animal Trainers salary is 50% 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
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $32,220

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers$34,980
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$36,120
    Animal Caretakers$34,490
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$29,950
    Childcare Workers$31,820
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$44,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Trainers make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Trainers in Tucson, AZ is $16.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.12 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for Animal Trainers salaries?

    The median Animal Trainers salary in Tucson, AZ is 12.6% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Animal Trainers (10th percentile) earn around $29,850 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,900.