Animal Trainers pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for animal trainers is $14.82 an hour ($30,820 a year). About 800 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($39,990). Michigan ranks 46th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for animal trainers in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.16 | $27,370 |
| 25% of workers | $13.93 | $28,970 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.82 | $30,820 |
| 75% of workers | $16.93 | $35,210 |
| 90% of workers | $20.85 | $43,360 |
Animal Trainers pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $30,940 | 120 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $30,920 | 450 |
| Ann Arbor | $28,970 | 80 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for animal trainers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | $40,350 |
| Animal Caretakers | $30,320 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $45,520 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $37,960 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $49,710 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $32,660 |
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