Animal Caretakers pay in Utah
In Utah, the median pay for animal caretakers is $16.71 an hour ($34,750 a year). About 2,350 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($35,360). Utah ranks 20th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for animal caretakers in Utah
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.65 | $26,310 |
| 25% of workers | $14.10 | $29,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.71 | $34,750 |
| 75% of workers | $20.20 | $42,010 |
| 90% of workers | $27.28 | $56,730 |
Animal Caretakers pay in Utah metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. George | $35,040 | 140 |
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $34,800 | 1,010 |
| Ogden | $33,140 | 360 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi | $31,540 | 300 |
| Logan | $30,430 | 110 |
Utah unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Utah
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $39,840 |
| Childcare Workers | $31,630 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $40,560 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,560 |
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