How much does an animal caretaker make in Minnesota?
$36,430a year
Median yearly pay for animal caretakers in Minnesota. That is $17.51 an hour or $3,036 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.51
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,440Median: $36,430Highest 10%: $48,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,440 | $14.15 | |
| 25th | $31,710 | $15.25 | |
| Median | $36,430 | $17.51 | |
| 75th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| 90th | $48,050 | $23.10 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rochester, MN | $37,850 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $36,780 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $35,390 |
| Duluth, MN | $34,900 |
| Mankato, MN | $34,320 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $34,300 |
| Fargo, ND | $34,040 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $33,410 |
| La Crosse, WI | $28,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal caretakers.
| 12. Maryland | $36,780 |
| 13. Alaska | $36,640 |
| 14. Oregon | $36,580 |
| 15. Minnesota | $36,430 |
| 16. Vermont | $36,090 |
| 17. New Jersey | $35,850 |
| 18. Illinois | $35,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal caretaker make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $17.51 ($36,430 a year).
Do animal caretakers make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $36,430 against $35,360 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for animal caretaker pay?
Minnesota ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays animal caretakers the most?
Rochester, MN, with a median of $37,850 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.