How much does an animal caretaker make in Massachusetts?
$39,650a year
Median yearly pay for animal caretakers in Massachusetts. That is $19.06 an hour or $3,304 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.06
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,910Median: $39,650Highest 10%: $64,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,910 | $15.82 | |
| 25th | $36,820 | $17.70 | |
| Median | $39,650 | $19.06 | |
| 75th | $47,750 | $22.96 | |
| 90th | $64,060 | $30.80 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $43,540 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $39,870 |
| Boston, MA | $39,850 |
| Worcester, MA | $37,590 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $36,830 |
| Springfield, MA | $36,570 |
| Providence, RI | $36,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal caretakers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $44,210 |
| 2. Washington | $40,570 |
| 3. Hawaii | $40,130 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $39,650 |
| 5. California | $38,700 |
| 6. Arizona | $38,180 |
| 7. New York | $37,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal caretaker make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $19.06 ($39,650 a year).
Do animal caretakers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $39,650 against $35,360 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for animal caretaker pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays animal caretakers the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $43,540 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.