Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Wisconsin
Also called: Veterinary Assistants
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Wisconsin earn a median of $36,850 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,850
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($38,150)
- Rank among states
- 33 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,200
Pay range in Wisconsin
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,400; the top 10% earn over $45,630. Nationally the range is $30,120 to $49,150.
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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay in Wisconsin
How much do veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers make in Wisconsin?
The median is $36,850 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,400 and the top 10% earn over $45,630. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Wisconsin a good state for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 33 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $38,150). Living costs are not included.