What are the main factors that influence a Pet Technician'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 Pet Technician?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Pet Technician roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Pet Technician's salary?

A Pet Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $46,468 for beginners, reaching about $47,505 at mid-level, and approach $50,991 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pet Technician?

Pet Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pet Technician roles are District of Columbia $52,052, California $51,854, Massachusetts $51,163. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pet Technician roles make?

Salaries for Pet Technician level roles vary by specialization: Pet Consultant: $114,257; Pet Detective: $55,387; Pet Nutritionist: $44,088; Pet Bather: $41,212; Pet Care Technician: $40,716.

Pet Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pet Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pet Technician in Delaware is $47,609 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Pet Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,990
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,875 to $53,043
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,475

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Pet Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,043	$4,420	$1,020	$26
Average	$47,609	$3,967	$916	$23
25th Percentile	$43,875	$3,656	$844	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Pet Technician Salaries

A Pet Technician'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 Pet Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pet Technician'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): $46,468
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,727
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,505
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $49,831
Expert (over 8 years): $50,991

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pet Technician	$46,468
Intermediate Level Pet Technician	$46,727
Senior Level Pet Technician	$47,505
Specialist Level Pet Technician	$49,831
Expert Level Pet Technician	$50,991

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How Do Pet Technician 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 Pet Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,052.
California: $51,854.
Massachusetts: $51,163.

District of Columbia $52,052 California $51,854 Massachusetts $51,163 Washington $50,975 New Jersey $50,956 Alaska $50,891 Connecticut $50,242 New York $49,979

Hawaii $49,137 Rhode Island $48,742 Maryland $48,474 Minnesota $48,107 Colorado $47,966 Illinois $47,919 Oregon $47,741 Delaware $47,609

New Hampshire $47,526 Virginia $47,341 Pennsylvania $46,801 Nevada $46,528 North Dakota $46,439 Michigan $46,298 Wisconsin $46,246 Vermont $46,142

Texas $45,856 Maine $45,837 Arizona $45,809 Ohio $45,776 Georgia $45,343 Indiana $45,127 Wyoming $45,085 Utah $45,019

Iowa $44,991 Kansas $44,765 Louisiana $44,699 North Carolina $44,676 Missouri $44,666 Florida $44,483 Montana $44,384 Nebraska $44,290

Kentucky $44,238 South Carolina $44,050 Tennessee $43,933 Idaho $43,886 New Mexico $43,543 Oklahoma $43,467 Alabama $43,190 South Dakota $42,725

Arkansas $42,471 West Virginia $42,334 Mississippi $41,925

Top Paying Cities for Pet Technicians

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: $47,395
Little Creek: $47,742
Magnolia: $47,673

Lincoln, DE $47,395 Little Creek, DE $47,742 Magnolia, DE $47,673 Milford, DE $47,515 Marydel, DE $47,593 Millsboro, DE $47,196 Millville, DE $47,269 Milton, DE $47,351

Nassau, DE $47,385 Ocean View, DE $47,261 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,352 Seaford, DE $47,378 Selbyville, DE $47,182 Smyrna, DE $47,775 Viola, DE $47,555 Woodside, DE $47,682

Bear, DE $47,572 Newark, DE $47,555 Claymont, DE $47,652 Delaware City, DE $47,602 Hockessin, DE $47,550 Kirkwood, DE $47,593 Middletown, DE $47,612 Montchanin, DE $47,561

New Castle, DE $47,568 Odessa, DE $47,635 Port Penn, DE $47,667 Rockland, DE $47,566 Saint Georges, DE $47,596 Townsend, DE $47,670 Winterthur, DE $47,572 Lewes, DE $47,369

Wilmington, DE $47,553 Dover, DE $47,742 Dover Afb, DE $47,490 Bethany Beach, DE $47,211 Bethel, DE $47,260 Bridgeville, DE $47,371 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,607 Cheswold, DE $47,726

Clayton, DE $47,728 Dagsboro, DE $47,178 Delmar, DE $47,102 Ellendale, DE $47,245 Felton, DE $47,511 Fenwick Island, DE $47,188 Frankford, DE $47,106 Frederica, DE $47,558

Georgetown, DE $47,160 Greenwood, DE $47,379 Harbeson, DE $47,210 Harrington, DE $47,451 Hartly, DE $47,599 Houston, DE $47,383 Kenton, DE $47,730 Laurel, DE $47,132

Yorklyn, DE $47,564

Pet Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pet Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Hospitality & Leisure sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Pet Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pet Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Pet Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$61,892	$30.0	30%
Hospitality & Leisure	$57,131	$27.0	20%
Healthcare	$52,370	$25.0	10%

Pet Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pet Technician'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.

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$43,875

Average $47,609/year

$53,043

$3,656

Average $3,967/month

$4,420

$844

Average $916/week

$1,020

$21

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,043	$4,420	$1,020	$26
Average	$47,609	$3,967	$916	$23
25th Percentile	$43,875	$3,656	$844	$21

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