As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Eugene, OR is $40,978, equivalent to $20 per hour, $788 weekly, or $3,415 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 Eugene, OR vary widely, spanning from $33,508 to $47,689. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,068) and 75th percentile ($44,491), while top earners (90th percentile) make $47,689 per year. This $7,423 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, Eugene Zoo Worker often earn 1.9% lower than national averages. However, Eugene currently ranks 361 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 $33,508 Eugene, OR September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $37,068 Eugene, OR September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $40,978 Eugene, OR September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $44,491 Eugene, OR September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $47,689 Eugene, OR September 01, 2026
25% $37,068 10% $33,508 90% $47,689 75% $44,491 $40,978 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Zoo Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Zoo Worker in Eugene, OR. The base salary for Zoo Worker ranges from $37,068 to $44,491 with the average base salary of $40,978. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,145 to $47,584 with the average total cash compensation of $42,716.

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About Eugene, Oregon    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 43.74 square miles (113.29 km2), of which 43.72 square miles (113.23 km2) i....More

Eugene, Oregon  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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