How much does a Zoo Worker make in Trenton, NJ?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Zoo Worker in Trenton, NJ is $44,556. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $36,918 to a high of $52,517, with most professionals earning between $40,558 and $48,723.

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Zoo Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $36,918 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $40,558 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $44,556 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $48,723 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $52,517 Trenton,NJ April 01, 2025
25% $40,558 10% $36,918 90% $52,517 75% $48,723 $44,556 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

  2. Up a level:

    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 Trenton, NJ. The base salary for Zoo Worker ranges from $40,558 to $48,723 with the average base salary of $44,556. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,558 to $48,723 with the average total cash compensation of $44,556.

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About Trenton, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

Trenton, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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