How much does an Aquarist make in Rochester, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Aquarist in Rochester, NY is $43,840. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $42,227 to $48,843, with most professionals earning between $40,759 and $53,398.

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 $40,759 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Aquarist Salary $42,227 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Aquarist Salary $43,840 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Aquarist Salary $48,843 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Aquarist Salary $53,398 Rochester,NY April 01, 2025
25% $42,227 10% $40,759 90% $53,398 75% $48,843 $43,840 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 Rochester, New York    Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) eas....More

Rochester, New York  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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