Animal Caretakers pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for animal caretakers is $17.24 an hour ($35,850 a year). About 5,890 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($35,360). New Jersey ranks 17th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for animal caretakers in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.49 | $32,220 |
| 25% of workers | $16.40 | $34,110 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.24 | $35,850 |
| 75% of workers | $20.35 | $42,340 |
| 90% of workers | $23.86 | $49,620 |
Animal Caretakers pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $37,490 | 260 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $35,170 | 280 |
| Vineland | $33,760 | 90 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $46,830 |
| Childcare Workers | $36,390 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $46,160 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $49,050 |
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