How much does an animal caretaker make in Vermont?
$36,090a year
Median yearly pay for animal caretakers in Vermont. That is $17.35 an hour or $3,008 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.35
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,990Median: $36,090Highest 10%: $47,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,990 | $15.38 | |
| 25th | $33,870 | $16.28 | |
| Median | $36,090 | $17.35 | |
| 75th | $42,840 | $20.60 | |
| 90th | $47,360 | $22.77 |
Cities in Vermont
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Burlington, VT | $41,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal caretakers.
| 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 |
| 19. New Hampshire | $34,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal caretaker make an hour in Vermont?
The median hourly pay in Vermont is $17.35 ($36,090 a year).
Do animal caretakers make more in Vermont than the national average?
Yes: $36,090 against $35,360 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Vermont rank for animal caretaker pay?
Vermont ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Vermont pays animal caretakers the most?
Burlington-South Burlington, VT, with a median of $41,330 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.