As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Animal Breeder in the US is $39,930, equivalent to $19 per hour, $768 weekly, or $3,328 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Animal Breeder in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Animal Breeder in the US vary widely, spanning from $31,502 to $49,006. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,518) and 75th percentile ($44,681), while top earners (90th percentile) make $49,006 per year. This $9,163 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Blood Samples, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Animal Breeder often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 60 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Animal Breeder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Animal Breeder Salary $31,502 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Animal Breeder Salary $35,518 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Animal Breeder Salary $39,930 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Animal Breeder Salary $44,681 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Animal Breeder Salary $49,006 US July 01, 2026
25% $35,518 10% $31,502 90% $49,006 75% $44,681 $39,930 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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