How much does an Aquarist make in Chattanooga, TN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Aquarist in Chattanooga, TN is $40,092. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $36,494 to $43,842, with most professionals earning between $33,219 and $47,256.

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Aquarist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aquarist Salary $33,219 Chattanooga,TN April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Aquarist Salary $36,494 Chattanooga,TN April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Aquarist Salary $40,092 Chattanooga,TN April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Aquarist Salary $43,842 Chattanooga,TN April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Aquarist Salary $47,256 Chattanooga,TN April 01, 2025
25% $36,494 10% $33,219 90% $47,256 75% $43,842 $40,092 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Aquarist

    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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About Chattanooga, Tennessee    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are....More

Chattanooga, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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