Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Maryland
Also called: Veterinary Assistants
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Maryland earn a median of $44,770 a year, +17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +17% ($38,150)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,220
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,150; the top 10% earn over $60,710. Nationally the range is $30,120 to $49,150.
States ranked near Maryland
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- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$47,350 median in Maryland
- Animal Caretakers$36,780 median in Maryland
- Phlebotomists$43,480 median in Maryland
- Dental Assistants$48,620 median in Maryland
- Ophthalmic Medical Technologists$47,750 median in Maryland (broader BLS group)
- Veterinarians$163,170 median in Maryland
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay in Maryland
How much do veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers make in Maryland?
The median is $44,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,150 and the top 10% earn over $60,710. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 51 (+17% vs. the national median of $38,150). Living costs are not included.