Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Washington
Also called: Veterinary Assistants
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Washington earn a median of $44,150 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,150
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($38,150)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,380
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,470; the top 10% earn over $55,050. Nationally the range is $30,120 to $49,150.
States ranked near Washington
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- Ophthalmic Medical Technologists$62,090 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Veterinarians$160,510 median in Washington
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay in Washington
How much do veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers make in Washington?
The median is $44,150 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,470 and the top 10% earn over $55,050. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 51 (+16% vs. the national median of $38,150). Living costs are not included.