How much does an animal trainer make in Colorado?
$44,290a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Colorado. That is $21.29 an hour or $3,691 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.29
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,420Median: $44,290Highest 10%: $67,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,420 | $17.51 | |
| 25th | $39,530 | $19.00 | |
| Median | $44,290 | $21.29 | |
| 75th | $46,760 | $22.48 | |
| 90th | $67,330 | $32.37 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $58,090 |
| Boulder, CO | $46,510 |
| Denver, CO | $44,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 10. Indiana | $45,270 |
| 11. Georgia | $45,250 |
| 12. Montana | $44,680 |
| 13. Colorado | $44,290 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $43,580 |
| 15. Iowa | $43,020 |
| 16. Minnesota | $41,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $21.29 ($44,290 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $44,290 against $39,990 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Colorado rank for animal trainer pay?
Colorado ranks 13 of 47 states.
Which city in Colorado pays animal trainers the most?
Colorado Springs, CO, with a median of $58,090 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.