Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Massachusetts
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Massachusetts
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $43,700 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +17.1% vs the national median of $37,320. An estimated 1,540 veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers are employed across Massachusetts, with salaries ranging from $37,650 to $46,920 depending on location.
$43,700
Avg median salary in Massachusetts
$46,920
Highest paying metro
$37,650
Lowest paying metro
1,540
Employed in Massachusetts
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inVeterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salaries by city in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town, MA | $46,920 | $37,440 | $47,610 | 80 |
| Boston, MA-NH | $45,370 | $38,050 | $48,530 | 1,230 |
| Worcester, MA | $44,860 | $37,450 | $49,490 | 200 |
| Massachusetts | $37,650 | $37,340 | $39,770 | 30 |