Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Minnesota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Minnesota
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Minnesota earn a median salary of $39,433 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +5.7% vs the national median of $37,320. An estimated 1,100 veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers are employed across Minnesota, with salaries ranging from $37,390 to $43,940 depending on location.
$39,433
Avg median salary in Minnesota
$43,940
Highest paying metro
$37,390
Lowest paying metro
1,100
Employed in Minnesota
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inVeterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salaries by city in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN-WI | $43,940 | $39,660 | $45,970 | 960 |
| Southeast Minnesota | $38,300 | $31,200 | $38,450 | 40 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $38,100 | $30,650 | $39,110 | 40 |
| Northwest Minnesota | $37,390 | $31,150 | $38,900 | 60 |