How much does an animal trainer make in Virginia?
$62,960a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Virginia. That is $30.27 an hour or $5,247 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.27
- Vs. national median
- +57%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,270Median: $62,960Highest 10%: $122,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,270 | $16.96 | |
| 25th | $41,910 | $20.15 | |
| Median | $62,960 | $30.27 | |
| 75th | $107,800 | $51.84 | |
| 90th | $122,200 | $58.74 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $99,190 |
| Washington, DC | $50,460 |
| Richmond, VA | $46,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 1. Virginia | $62,960 |
| 2. Alabama | $55,700 |
| 3. Oregon | $55,520 |
| 4. California | $49,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $30.27 ($62,960 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $62,960 against $39,990 nationally, 57% more.
Where does Virginia rank for animal trainer pay?
Virginia ranks 1 of 47 states.
Which city in Virginia pays animal trainers the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $99,190 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.