As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Connecticut is $43,974, equivalent to $21 per hour, $846 weekly, or $3,665 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 Connecticut vary widely, spanning from $35,988 to $51,208. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($39,794) and 75th percentile ($47,760), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,208 per year. This $7,966 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, Connecticut Zoo Worker often earn 6.9% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 51 companies. However, Connecticut currently ranks 7 nationwide 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 $35,988 CT May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $39,794 CT May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $43,974 CT May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $47,760 CT May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $51,208 CT May 01, 2026
25% $39,794 10% $35,988 90% $51,208 75% $47,760 $43,974 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location New London, CT Avg. Salary $44,793 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Norwich, CT Avg. Salary $44,780 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location West Haven, CT Avg. Salary $45,177 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Abington, CT Avg. Salary $44,727 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Amston, CT Avg. Salary $44,839 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Andover, CT Avg. Salary $44,819 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Ansonia, CT Avg. Salary $45,686 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Ashford, CT Avg. Salary $44,678 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Avon, CT Avg. Salary $44,876 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Ballouville, CT Avg. Salary $44,688 Date Updated May 01, 2026
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    Zoo Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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