Mammal Keeper Salary in Nashville, Tennessee

How much does a Mammal Keeper make in Nashville, TN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Mammal Keeper in Nashville, TN is $33,143. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $29,422 to $37,791, with most professionals earning between $26,035 and $42,023.

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What is a Mammal Keeper?

A Mammal Keeper is responsible for the care and management of a variety of mammal species within a zoo, wildlife park, or conservation center. Their duties may include feeding and watering animals, cleaning and maintaining enclosures, providing enrichment activities, monitoring animal behavior and health, administering medications, and assisting with breeding and conservation programs. Mammal keepers also educate the public about the animals in their care and may participate in research and conservation efforts to help protect and preserve endangered species. They must have a strong understanding of animal behavior, nutrition, and husbandry, as well as a commitment to animal welfare and conservation.

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What does a Mammal Keeper do?

Common responsibilities of a Mammal Keeper

Collaborating with other zoo staff to ensure the overall well-being and welfare of the mammals.

September 19, 2023

Providing daily care and feeding for mammals in the zoo or wildlife park.

October 01, 2023

Educating visitors about the mammals in their care and their conservation status.

October 04, 2023

Keeping detailed records of the mammals' behavior, diet, and health.

October 05, 2023

Enriching the environment for mammals by providing toys, puzzles, and other stimulating activities.

October 06, 2023

Assisting with the training and socialization of mammals for public interactions and educational programs.

October 09, 2023

Administering medications and treatments as directed by the veterinary staff.

October 23, 2023

Participating in the capture, restraint, and transportation of mammals for medical procedures or exhibit changes.

October 25, 2023

Monitoring the health and behavior of mammals and reporting any concerns to the veterinary staff.

October 28, 2023

Cleaning and maintaining mammal enclosures and exhibits.

October 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Mammal Keeper in Nashville, TN

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

29422

37791

33143

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

30216

38400

33790

What is the average salary for Mammal Keeper in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mammal Keeper in Nashville, TN. The base salary for Mammal Keeper ranges from $29,422 to $37,791 with the average base salary of $33,143. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $30,216 to $38,400 with the average total cash compensation of $33,790.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$33,143	$29,422 - $37,791
Bonus	$647	$794 - $609
Total Pay	$33,790	$30,216 - $38,400

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Mammal Keeper Salary Near Nashville, TN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Hendersonville, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,379 - $37,735	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Franklin, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,320 - $37,660	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Murfreesboro, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $29,205 - $37,512	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Clarksville, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $27,990 - $35,952	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Bowling Green, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,207 - $36,230	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Hopkinsville, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $27,894 - $35,828	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN

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About Nashville, Tennessee

Nashville is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Tennessee. The city is the county seat of Davidson County and is located on the Cumberland River. The city's population ranks 24th in the U.S. According to 2017 estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, the total consolidated city-county population stood at 691,243. The "balance" population, which excludes semi-independent municipalities within Davidson County, was 667,560 in 2017. Located in northern Middle Tennessee, Nashville is the main core of the largest metropolitan area in Tennessee. The 2017 population of the entire 14-...

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