As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Abingdon, IL is $38,739, equivalent to $19 per hour, $745 weekly, or $3,228 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Zoo Worker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Zoo Worker in Abingdon, IL vary widely, spanning from $31,679 to $45,084. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,044) and 75th percentile ($42,061), while top earners (90th percentile) make $45,084 per year. This $7,017 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, Abingdon Zoo Worker often earn 7.6% lower than national averages. 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
Zoo Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $31,679 Abingdon, IL June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $35,044 Abingdon, IL June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $38,739 Abingdon, IL June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $42,061 Abingdon, IL June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $45,084 Abingdon, IL June 01, 2026
25% $35,044 10% $31,679 90% $45,084 75% $42,061 $38,739 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Zoo Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Abingdon, Illinois    Abingdon is a city in Knox County, Illinois, United States, 50 miles (80 km) west of Peoria. It is part of the Galesburg Micropolitan Statistical Area....More

Abingdon, Illinois  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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