How much does an Aquarist make in Kansas City, MO?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Aquarist in Kansas City, MO is $43,080. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,214 to $47,109, with most professionals earning between $35,695 and $50,778.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Aquarist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aquarist Salary $35,695 Kansas City,MO April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Aquarist Salary $39,214 Kansas City,MO April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Aquarist Salary $43,080 Kansas City,MO April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Aquarist Salary $47,109 Kansas City,MO April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Aquarist Salary $50,778 Kansas City,MO April 01, 2025
25% $39,214 10% $35,695 90% $50,778 75% $47,109 $43,080 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Aquarist in Kansas City, MO. The base salary for Aquarist ranges from $39,214 to $47,109 with the average base salary of $43,080. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,214 to $47,109 with the average total cash compensation of $43,080.

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About Kansas City, Missouri    Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in....More

Kansas City, Missouri  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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