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Zookeeper salary in United States, 2026
How much does a Zookeeper make in the United States?
Average base salary
$19.67
- Hour
- Day
- Month
- Year
Average $19.67
Low $13.55
High $28.55
The average salary for a zookeeper is $19.67 per hour in the United States. 457 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 15, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Zookeeper in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Los Angeles City Attorney
$70,595per year
Oregon Zoo
$69,633per year
Philadelphia Zoo
$69,333per year
DANE COUNTY
$68,848per year
IdealTraits Inc
$66,250per year
City of Los Angeles
$66,178per year
