How much does a Zookeeper make in Maine?

As of April 01, 2026, the average annual pay of Zookeeper in Maine is $40,176. While Salary.com is seeing that Zookeeper salary in Maine can go up to $48,936 or down to $37,367, but most earn between $38,706 and $44,762. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills and your experience levels. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Zookeeper Salaries by Percentile
Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $44,762 $3,730 $861 $22
Average $40,176 $3,348 $773 $19
25th Percentile $38,706 $3,225 $744 $19
25% $38,706 10% $37,367 90% $48,936 75% $44,762 $40,176 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Highest Paying Cities for Zookeeper in Maine

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salary in the Zookeeper profession are Eliot, Kittery, Kittery Point, York, York Beach, York Harbor, Cape Neddick, South Berwick, Berwick, and Ogunquit.

Cities Salary
Eliot $43,403
Kittery $43,403
Kittery Point $43,403
York $43,403
York Beach $43,403
York Harbor $43,403
Cape Neddick $43,365
South Berwick $43,365
Berwick $43,308
Ogunquit $43,287

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What does Zookeeper do?

Zookeeper provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being a Zookeeper monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Zookeeper may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Zookeeper (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Zookeeper works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2026 Salary.com)... View full job description

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