What are the main factors that influence an Animal Care Attendant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Animal Care Attendant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Animal Care Attendant roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Animal Care Attendant's salary?

An Animal Care Attendant's salary grows with experience: starting around $41,167 for beginners, reaching about $43,493 at mid-level, and approach $43,762 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Animal Care Attendant?

Animal Care Attendant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Animal Care Attendant roles are District of Columbia $46,084, California $45,909, Massachusetts $45,297. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Animal Care Attendant roles make?

Salaries for Animal Care Attendant level roles vary by specialization: Animal Care Manager: $50,601; Animal Care Specialist: $49,319; Animal Care and Adoptions: $49,205; Animal Care Officer: $42,947; Animal Shelter Attendant: $41,174.

Animal Care Attendant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Animal Care Attendant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Animal Care Attendant in Delaware is $42,150 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, an Animal Care Attendant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,128
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,249 to $45,803
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,698

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Animal Care Attendant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,803	$3,817	$881	$22
Average	$42,150	$3,513	$811	$20
25th Percentile	$38,249	$3,187	$736	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Animal Care Attendant Salaries

An Animal Care Attendant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Animal Care Attendant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Animal Care Attendant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,167
Early Career (1-2 years): $41,989
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $43,493
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,654
Expert (over 8 years): $43,762

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Animal Care Attendant	$41,167
Intermediate Level Animal Care Attendant	$41,989
Senior Level Animal Care Attendant	$43,493
Specialist Level Animal Care Attendant	$43,654
Expert Level Animal Care Attendant	$43,762

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How Do Animal Care Attendant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Animal Care Attendants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,084.
California: $45,909.
Massachusetts: $45,297.

District of Columbia $46,084 California $45,909 Massachusetts $45,297 Washington $45,131 New Jersey $45,114 Alaska $45,056 Connecticut $44,481 New York $44,248

Hawaii $43,503 Rhode Island $43,154 Maryland $42,916 Minnesota $42,592 Colorado $42,467 Illinois $42,425 Oregon $42,267 Delaware $42,150

New Hampshire $42,077 Virginia $41,913 Pennsylvania $41,435 Nevada $41,193 North Dakota $41,114 Michigan $40,989 Wisconsin $40,943 Vermont $40,852

Texas $40,598 Maine $40,581 Arizona $40,556 Ohio $40,527 Georgia $40,144 Indiana $39,953 Wyoming $39,915 Utah $39,857

Iowa $39,832 Kansas $39,632 Louisiana $39,574 North Carolina $39,553 Missouri $39,545 Florida $39,383 Montana $39,295 Nebraska $39,212

Kentucky $39,166 South Carolina $39,000 Tennessee $38,896 Idaho $38,854 New Mexico $38,550 Oklahoma $38,484 Alabama $38,238 South Dakota $37,826

Arkansas $37,601 West Virginia $37,481 Mississippi $37,118

Top Paying Cities for Animal Care Attendants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $41,961
Little Creek: $42,268
Magnolia: $42,207

Lincoln, DE $41,961 Little Creek, DE $42,268 Magnolia, DE $42,207 Milford, DE $42,067 Marydel, DE $42,136 Millsboro, DE $41,785 Millville, DE $41,849 Milton, DE $41,922

Nassau, DE $41,952 Ocean View, DE $41,842 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,922 Seaford, DE $41,946 Selbyville, DE $41,773 Smyrna, DE $42,297 Viola, DE $42,102 Woodside, DE $42,215

Bear, DE $42,118 Newark, DE $42,102 Claymont, DE $42,188 Delaware City, DE $42,144 Hockessin, DE $42,098 Kirkwood, DE $42,136 Middletown, DE $42,153 Montchanin, DE $42,108

New Castle, DE $42,114 Odessa, DE $42,173 Port Penn, DE $42,202 Rockland, DE $42,112 Saint Georges, DE $42,139 Townsend, DE $42,204 Winterthur, DE $42,117 Lewes, DE $41,938

Wilmington, DE $42,101 Dover, DE $42,268 Dover Afb, DE $42,045 Bethany Beach, DE $41,798 Bethel, DE $41,841 Bridgeville, DE $41,940 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,149 Cheswold, DE $42,254

Clayton, DE $42,255 Dagsboro, DE $41,769 Delmar, DE $41,702 Ellendale, DE $41,828 Felton, DE $42,064 Fenwick Island, DE $41,778 Frankford, DE $41,705 Frederica, DE $42,106

Georgetown, DE $41,753 Greenwood, DE $41,947 Harbeson, DE $41,798 Harrington, DE $42,011 Hartly, DE $42,141 Houston, DE $41,951 Kenton, DE $42,257 Laurel, DE $41,728

Yorklyn, DE $42,111

Animal Care Attendant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Animal Care Attendant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Animal Care Attendant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Animal Care Attendant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Animal Care Attendant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$54,796	$26.0	30%
Chemicals	$46,366	$22.0	10%

Animal Care Attendant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Animal Care Attendant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$38,249

Average $42,150/year

$45,803

$3,187

Average $3,513/month

$3,817

$736

Average $811/week

$881

$18

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,803	$3,817	$881	$22
Average	$42,150	$3,513	$811	$20
25th Percentile	$38,249	$3,187	$736	$18

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