As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Afton, IA is $38,838, equivalent to $19 per hour, $747 weekly, or $3,237 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 Afton, IA vary widely, spanning from $31,758 to $45,199. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,132) and 75th percentile ($42,168), while top earners (90th percentile) make $45,199 per year. This $7,036 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, Afton Zoo Worker often earn 1.4% 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 $31,758 Afton, IA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $35,132 Afton, IA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $38,838 Afton, IA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $42,168 Afton, IA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $45,199 Afton, IA September 01, 2026
25% $35,132 10% $31,758 90% $45,199 75% $42,168 $38,838 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Afton, Iowa    Afton is a city in Union County, in southwestern Iowa, United States. The population was 845 at the 2010 census. Its peak of population was in 1880, a....More

Afton, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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