Animal Trainers Salary (2025)
Based on 18,770 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $29,600 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $33,740 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $39,990 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $53,580 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $75,490 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$30K
25th
$34K
Median
$40K
75th
$54K
90th
$75K
Highest Paying States for Animal Trainers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Virginia | $74,870 |
| New Jersey | $62,460 |
| Oregon | $57,330 |
| Alabama | $55,600 |
| California | $55,570 |
| Indiana | $54,810 |
| Connecticut | $52,340 |
| New York | $52,060 |
| Georgia | $51,470 |
| Iowa | $50,450 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Animal Trainers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Virginia at an average of $74,870 per year, while Iowa has an average of $50,450 — a difference of $24,420. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Animal Trainers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 18,770 workers were employed as Animal Trainerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $47,020 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-2011