How much does a Mammal Keeper make in Sumter, SC? The average Mammal Keeper salary in Sumter, SC is $30,622 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $27,180 and $34,904. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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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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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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What is the average salary for Mammal Keeper in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Mammal Keeper in Sumter, SC. The base salary for Mammal Keeper ranges from $27,180 to $34,904 with the average base salary of $30,622. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $27,920 to $35,462 with the average total cash compensation of $31,216.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $30,622 $27,180 - $34,904
Bonus $594 $740 - $558
Total Pay $31,216 $27,920 - $35,462
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Sumter, SC
CITY, STATE Columbia, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,172 - $36,178 COMPARE TO Sumter, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $27,405 - $35,193 COMPARE TO Sumter, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,744 - $36,912 COMPARE TO Sumter, SC
CITY, STATE Goose Creek, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,829 - $37,022 COMPARE TO Sumter, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,366 - $36,427 COMPARE TO Sumter, SC
CITY, STATE North Charleston, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,872 - $37,076 COMPARE TO Sumter, SC
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About Sumter, South Carolina    Sumter /ˈsʌmtər/ is a city in and the county seat of Sumter County, South Carolina, United States. Known as the Sumter Metropolitan Statistical Area, ....More

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