Animal Caretakers
SOC code 39-2021 · Personal Care and Service Occupations
National employment
266,910
Mean annual wage
$37,300
Mean hourly wage
$17.94
Median annual wage
$35,360
Median hourly wage
$17.00
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $27,250 | $13.10 |
| 25th percentile | $29,820 | $14.34 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $35,360 | $17.00 |
| 75th percentile | $40,050 | $19.26 |
| 90th percentile | $50,060 | $24.07 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.