Animal Trainers pay in Texas
In Texas, the median pay for animal trainers is $17.49 an hour ($36,370 a year). About 1,080 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($39,990). Texas ranks 33rd of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for animal trainers in Texas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.49 | $25,970 |
| 25% of workers | $14.87 | $30,920 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.49 | $36,370 |
| 75% of workers | $21.53 | $44,770 |
| 90% of workers | $27.64 | $57,490 |
Animal Trainers pay in Texas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $38,420 | 140 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $36,390 | 240 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $35,990 | 340 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels | $35,740 | 90 |
| El Paso | $32,590 | 40 |
Texas unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Texas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Animal Caretakers | $32,730 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $40,880 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $39,410 |
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | $36,140 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $34,850 |
| Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals | $33,920 |
| Athletes and Sports Competitors | $80,510 |
| Animal Control Workers | $43,250 |
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