Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $38,660 +3.6% vs national
Median hourly $18.59
10th percentile $37,190
90th percentile $47,310
Employed locally 130
National median $37,320

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,190
    25th
    $38,140
    50th (median)
    $38,660
    75th
    $46,910
    90th
    $47,310

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $37,000
    Nursing Assistants $45,210
    Medical Assistants $45,560
    Dental Assistants $47,900
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $49,140
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,740

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Southwest Maine is $18.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.31 or more per hour.

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

    The median Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary in Southwest Maine is 3.6% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $37,190 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,140.