As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Pierre, SD is $34,672, equivalent to $17 per hour, $667 weekly, or $2,889 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 Pierre, SD vary widely, spanning from $28,362 to $40,363. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,369) and 75th percentile ($37,651), while top earners (90th percentile) make $40,363 per year. This $6,282 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, Pierre Zoo Worker often earn 7.3% lower than national averages. However, Pierre currently ranks 808 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 $28,362 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $31,369 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $34,672 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $37,651 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $40,363 Pierre, SD August 01, 2026
25% $31,369 10% $28,362 90% $40,363 75% $37,651 $34,672 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Zoo Worker

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Pierre, South Dakota    Pierre (/pɪər/; Lakota: čhúŋkaške, "fort") is the capital of the U.S. state of South Dakota and the seat of Hughes County. The population was 13,646 a....More

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