Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Northeast Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,120 +55.7% vs national
Median hourly $27.94
10th percentile $38,140
90th percentile $58,120
Employed locally 330
National median $37,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,140
    25th
    $43,820
    50th (median)
    $58,120
    75th
    $58,120
    90th
    $58,120

    Top-paying metros for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    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
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $46,950

    Related occupations in Northeast Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,530
    Nursing Assistants $40,150
    Medical Assistants $45,430
    Dental Assistants $47,480
    Medical Equipment Preparers $44,840
    Phlebotomists $37,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make per hour in Northeast Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Northeast Maine is $27.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.94 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Maine above or below average for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary in Northeast Maine is 55.7% above 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 Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $38,140 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,820.