How much does an animal trainer make in Indiana?
$45,270a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Indiana. That is $21.76 an hour or $3,773 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.76
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,100Median: $45,270Highest 10%: $86,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,100 | $15.43 | |
| 25th | $36,910 | $17.75 | |
| Median | $45,270 | $21.76 | |
| 75th | $82,680 | $39.75 | |
| 90th | $86,840 | $41.75 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $46,890 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $46,020 |
| Bloomington, IN | $40,600 |
| Louisville, KY | $34,220 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $34,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 7. Washington | $46,420 |
| 8. Illinois | $45,830 |
| 9. Connecticut | $45,800 |
| 10. Indiana | $45,270 |
| 11. Georgia | $45,250 |
| 12. Montana | $44,680 |
| 13. Colorado | $44,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $21.76 ($45,270 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Indiana than the national average?
Yes: $45,270 against $39,990 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Indiana rank for animal trainer pay?
Indiana ranks 10 of 47 states.
Which city in Indiana pays animal trainers the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $46,890 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.