As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Bear, DE is $41,644, equivalent to $20 per hour, $801 weekly, or $3,470 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 Bear, DE vary widely, spanning from $34,065 to $48,479. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,677) and 75th percentile ($45,222), while top earners (90th percentile) make $48,479 per year. This $7,545 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, Bear Zoo Worker often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Bear currently ranks 293 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 $34,065 Bear, DE August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $37,677 Bear, DE August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $41,644 Bear, DE August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $45,222 Bear, DE August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $48,479 Bear, DE August 01, 2026
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    Zoo Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

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About Bear, Delaware    Bear is a census-designated place (CDP) in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. The population was 19,371 at the 2010 census. Originally a sma....More

Bear, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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