Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,670 -4.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.15
10th percentile $23,990
90th percentile $43,990
Employed locally 80
National median $37,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,990
    25th
    $29,250
    50th (median)
    $35,670
    75th
    $36,780
    90th
    $43,990

    Top-paying metros for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area $58,120
    New Haven, CT $57,320
    Rhode Island $48,050
    Providence-Warwick, RI-MA $48,010
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $47,460
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $47,040

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$38,130
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$32,780
    Medical Assistants$42,180
    Dental Assistants$43,990
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$47,490
    Physical Therapist Assistants$63,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in East-Central Montana is $17.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.52 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary in East-Central Montana is 4.4% below the national median of $37,320. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $23,990 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,250.