Animal Caretakers Salary in Arizona
Animal Caretakers in Arizona earn a median of $38,180 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,180
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($35,360)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,330
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,320; the top 10% earn over $68,090. Nationally the range is $27,250 to $50,060.
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Animal Caretakers pay in Arizona
How much do animal caretakers make in Arizona?
The median is $38,180 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,320 and the top 10% earn over $68,090. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 51 (+8% vs. the national median of $35,360). Living costs are not included.