Animal Shelter Worker Salary in Chicago, Illinois

Animal Shelter Worker Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does an Animal Shelter Worker make in Chicago, IL?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Animal Shelter Worker in Chicago, IL is $42,448. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $38,639 to $46,418, with most professionals earning between $35,171 and $50,033.

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Animal Shelter Worker Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $35,171 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $38,639 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $42,448 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $46,418 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Animal Shelter Worker Salary $50,033 Chicago,IL March 01, 2025
25% $38,639 10% $35,171 90% $50,033 75% $46,418 $42,448 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Animal Shelter Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Animal Shelter Worker in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Animal Shelter Worker ranges from $38,639 to $46,418 with the average base salary of $42,448. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,639 to $46,418 with the average total cash compensation of $42,448.

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