As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Kennel Assistant in the US is $40,833, equivalent to $20 per hour, $785 weekly, or $3,403 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Kennel Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Kennel Assistant in the US vary widely, spanning from $33,417 to $47,550. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,951) and 75th percentile ($44,349), while top earners (90th percentile) make $47,550 per year. This $7,398 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Housekeeping, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Kennel Assistant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 80 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Kennel Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Kennel Assistant Salary $33,417 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Kennel Assistant Salary $36,951 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Kennel Assistant Salary $40,833 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Kennel Assistant Salary $44,349 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Kennel Assistant Salary $47,550 US May 01, 2026
25% $36,951 10% $33,417 90% $47,550 75% $44,349 $40,833 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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