Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Rhode Island
Also called: Veterinary Assistants
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Rhode Island earn a median of $49,770 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($38,150)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,510; the top 10% earn over $50,130. Nationally the range is $30,120 to $49,150.
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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay in Rhode Island
How much do veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers make in Rhode Island?
The median is $49,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,510 and the top 10% earn over $50,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+30% vs. the national median of $38,150). Living costs are not included.