How much does an Animal Shelter Worker make in Austin, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Animal Shelter Worker in Austin, TX is $40,064. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $36,469 to $43,812, with most professionals earning between $33,197 and $47,224.

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Animal Shelter Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $33,197 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $36,469 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $40,064 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $43,812 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $47,224 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
25% $36,469 10% $33,197 90% $47,224 75% $43,812 $40,064 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Animal Shelter Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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