How much does an animal trainer make in Georgia?
$45,250a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Georgia. That is $21.75 an hour or $3,771 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.75
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,880Median: $45,250Highest 10%: $79,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,880 | $14.37 | |
| 25th | $36,150 | $17.38 | |
| Median | $45,250 | $21.75 | |
| 75th | $73,840 | $35.50 | |
| 90th | $79,620 | $38.28 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $46,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 8. Illinois | $45,830 |
| 9. Connecticut | $45,800 |
| 10. Indiana | $45,270 |
| 11. Georgia | $45,250 |
| 12. Montana | $44,680 |
| 13. Colorado | $44,290 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $43,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $21.75 ($45,250 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $45,250 against $39,990 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Georgia rank for animal trainer pay?
Georgia ranks 11 of 47 states.
Which city in Georgia pays animal trainers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $46,810 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.