How much does a Zoo Worker make in Wilmington, NC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Zoo Worker in Wilmington, NC is $37,679. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $31,220 to a high of $44,412, with most professionals earning between $34,298 and $41,203.

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Zoo Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $31,220 Wilmington,NC April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $34,298 Wilmington,NC April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $37,679 Wilmington,NC April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $41,203 Wilmington,NC April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Zoo Worker Salary $44,412 Wilmington,NC April 01, 2025
25% $34,298 10% $31,220 90% $44,412 75% $41,203 $37,679 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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About Wilmington, North Carolina    Wilmington is a port city and the county seat of New Hanover County in coastal southeastern North Carolina, United States. With a population of 119,04....More

Wilmington, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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