How much does an Animal Care Assistant make?
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$33,696
/ yrThe estimated total pay for a Animal Care Assistant is $33,696 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $32,267 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $1,430 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.
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Animal Care Assistant Salaries
Top Paying Industries
For an Animal Care Assistant in United States
The top paying industry for an Animal Care Assistant in United States is Personal Consumer Services with a median total pay of $33,351.
Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Healthcare?
Healthcare jobs, already in high demand, are expected to grow extensively to meet the increased need from an aging population. Careers in this industry are diverse, though most require additional training and pay above-average wages. Despite fewer opportunities for remote work than other professions, healthcare jobs can be found nearly everywhere, including both rural and urban settings. While careers in healthcare offer high job security, they also often involve long hours, including evening and weekend shift work, particularly for those just starting their career.
Recent Salaries Shared
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Animal Care Assistant pay FAQ
The average salary for an Animal Care Assistant is $33,696 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 60 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by an Animal Care Assistant employees in United States.
The highest salary for an Animal Care Assistant in United States is $39,684 per year.
The lowest salary for an Animal Care Assistant in United States is $28,701 per year.
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