How much does an animal trainer make in Milwaukee?
$40,520a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area. That is $19.48 an hour or $3,377 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.48
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 95
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,390Median: $40,520Highest 10%: $49,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,390 | $14.61 | |
| 25th | $35,090 | $16.87 | |
| Median | $40,520 | $19.48 | |
| 75th | $49,530 | $23.81 | |
| 90th | $49,530 | $23.81 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for animal trainers.
| Minneapolis, MN | $41,830 |
| Madison, WI | $41,130 |
Related jobs in Milwaukee
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $57,650 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,930 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $46,700 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $46,190 |
| Skincare Specialist | $44,270 |
| Concierge | $42,010 |
| Residential Advisor | $41,300 |
| Costume Attendant | $40,440 |
| Hairdresser | $38,190 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $36,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Milwaukee?
The median hourly pay in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area is $19.48 ($40,520 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Milwaukee than the national average?
Yes: $40,520 against $39,990 nationally, 1% more.
How does Milwaukee compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $37,140, so Milwaukee pays 9% more.
Where does Milwaukee rank for animal trainer pay?
42 of 95 metro areas with data.
How much does an animal trainer make starting out in Milwaukee?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,530 or more.
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.