Animal Caretakers pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for animal caretakers is $18.77 an hour ($39,030 a year). About 4,480 people work in this job there.
That is 10% higher than the U.S. median ($35,360). It is 2% higher than the Arizona median ($38,180).
Pay range for animal caretakers in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.66 | $34,650 |
| 25% of workers | $17.51 | $36,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.77 | $39,030 |
| 75% of workers | $23.98 | $49,880 |
| 90% of workers | $37.06 | $77,080 |
Animal Caretakers pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $39,030 | 4,480 |
| Flagstaff | $38,180 | 150 |
| Tucson | $36,870 | 950 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $36,270 | 200 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $35,260 | 80 |
| Yuma | $35,110 | 100 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $34,290 | 130 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for animal caretakers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +12.1% over ten years, much faster than average · about 62,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $45,290 |
| Childcare Workers | $35,760 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $46,390 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $38,710 |
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