Zookeeper Salary in West Virginia

How much does a Zookeeper make in West Virginia?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual pay of Zookeeper in West Virginia is $37,086. While Salary.com is seeing that Zookeeper salary in West Virginia can go up to $45,172 or down to $34,492, but most earn between $35,728 and $41,318. 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 $41,318 $3,443 $795 $20
Average $37,086 $3,090 $713 $18
25th Percentile $35,728 $2,977 $687 $17
25% $35,728 10% $34,492 90% $45,172 75% $41,318 $37,086 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Highest Paying Cities for Zookeeper in West Virginia

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salary in the Zookeeper profession are Bakerton, Bunker Hill, Charles Town, Gerrardstown, Glengary, Halltown, Harpers Ferry, Inwood, Kearneysville, and Martinsburg.

Cities Salary
Bakerton $45,656
Bunker Hill $45,656
Charles Town $45,656
Gerrardstown $45,656
Glengary $45,656
Halltown $45,656
Harpers Ferry $45,656
Inwood $45,656
Kearneysville $45,656
Martinsburg $45,656

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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 2025 Salary.com)... View full job description

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