How much does an animal trainer make in Massachusetts?
$43,580a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Massachusetts. That is $20.95 an hour or $3,632 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.95
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,670Median: $43,580Highest 10%: $82,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,670 | $16.19 | |
| 25th | $33,670 | $16.19 | |
| Median | $43,580 | $20.95 | |
| 75th | $57,160 | $27.48 | |
| 90th | $82,810 | $39.81 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $42,180 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 11. Georgia | $45,250 |
| 12. Montana | $44,680 |
| 13. Colorado | $44,290 |
| 14. Massachusetts | $43,580 |
| 15. Iowa | $43,020 |
| 16. Minnesota | $41,690 |
| 17. Idaho | $40,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $20.95 ($43,580 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $43,580 against $39,990 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for animal trainer pay?
Massachusetts ranks 14 of 47 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays animal trainers the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $42,180 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.