Animal Caretakers pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for animal caretakers is $17.51 an hour ($36,430 a year). About 4,250 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($35,360). Minnesota ranks 15th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for animal caretakers in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.16 | $29,440 |
| 25% of workers | $15.25 | $31,710 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.51 | $36,430 |
| 75% of workers | $20.00 | $41,600 |
| 90% of workers | $23.10 | $48,050 |
Animal Caretakers pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester | $37,850 | 250 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $36,780 | 2,760 |
| St. Cloud | $35,390 | 140 |
| Duluth | $34,900 | 180 |
| Mankato | $34,320 | 50 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minnesota
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $46,680 |
| Childcare Workers | $35,520 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $57,270 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,280 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $46,020 |
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