As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Delaware is $41,670, equivalent to $20 per hour, $801 weekly, or $3,473 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 Delaware vary widely, spanning from $34,102 to $48,524. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,709) and 75th percentile ($45,258), while top earners (90th percentile) make $48,524 per year. This $7,549 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, Delaware Zoo Worker often earn 1.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 51 companies. However, Delaware currently ranks 16 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 $34,102 DE May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $37,709 DE May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $41,670 DE May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $45,258 DE May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $48,524 DE May 01, 2026
25% $37,709 10% $34,102 90% $48,524 75% $45,258 $41,670 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Bear, DE Avg. Salary $43,094 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Delaware City, DE Avg. Salary $43,121 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Harrington, DE Avg. Salary $42,984 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Lewes, DE Avg. Salary $42,910 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Middletown, DE Avg. Salary $43,130 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Milford, DE Avg. Salary $43,042 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Rehoboth Beach, DE Avg. Salary $42,894 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Seaford, DE Avg. Salary $42,918 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Smyrna, DE Avg. Salary $43,277 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Bethany Beach, DE Avg. Salary $42,767 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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