As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Alexandria, VA is $45,309, equivalent to $22 per hour, $871 weekly, or $3,776 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 Alexandria, VA vary widely, spanning from $37,061 to $52,743. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,992) and 75th percentile ($49,200), while top earners (90th percentile) make $52,743 per year. This $8,208 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, Alexandria Zoo Worker often earn 9.3% higher than national averages. However, Alexandria currently ranks 81 statewide for Zoo Worker job salary. 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 $37,061 Alexandria, VA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $40,992 Alexandria, VA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $45,309 Alexandria, VA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $49,200 Alexandria, VA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $52,743 Alexandria, VA July 01, 2026
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About Alexandria, Virginia    Alexandria is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 139,966, and in 2016....More

Alexandria, Virginia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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