As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Zoo Worker in Rochester, MN is $41,258, equivalent to $20 per hour, $793 weekly, or $3,438 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 Rochester, MN vary widely, spanning from $33,736 to $48,015. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,321) and 75th percentile ($44,795), while top earners (90th percentile) make $48,015 per year. This $7,474 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, Rochester Zoo Worker often earn 2.0% higher than national averages. However, Rochester currently ranks 334 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 $33,736 Rochester, MN September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $37,321 Rochester, MN September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $41,258 Rochester, MN September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $44,795 Rochester, MN September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $48,015 Rochester, MN September 01, 2026
25% $37,321 10% $33,736 90% $48,015 75% $44,795 $41,258 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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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
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About Rochester, Minnesota    Rochester is a city founded in 1854 in the U.S. State of Minnesota and is the county seat of Olmsted County located on the Zumbro River's south fork i....More

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