Animal caretaker salary in United States

The average salary for an Animal Caretaker is $16.71 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 1.8k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 13, 2026.

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Animal Caretaker salaries typically range between a low of $12.10 and a high of $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Animal Caretaker include Spokane Valley, WA at $20.25 per hour, Riceville, IA at $20.00 per hour, and San Antonio, TX at $17.37 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Animal Caretaker include Refuah Health Center ($208,500 per year) and Centric Healthcare Services ($208,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Animal Caretaker salary compares to related positions:

• Animal Caretaker: Average $16.71 per hour
• Animal Caretaker II: Average $17.23 per hour