How much does an animal trainer make in Washington?
$46,420a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Washington. That is $22.32 an hour or $3,868 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.32
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,490Median: $46,420Highest 10%: $58,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,490 | $18.02 | |
| 25th | $40,540 | $19.49 | |
| Median | $46,420 | $22.32 | |
| 75th | $52,660 | $25.32 | |
| 90th | $58,780 | $28.26 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $66,040 |
| Seattle, WA | $50,260 |
| Bellingham, WA | $40,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 4. California | $49,060 |
| 5. New York | $48,790 |
| 6. New Jersey | $46,690 |
| 7. Washington | $46,420 |
| 8. Illinois | $45,830 |
| 9. Connecticut | $45,800 |
| 10. Indiana | $45,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $22.32 ($46,420 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $46,420 against $39,990 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Washington rank for animal trainer pay?
Washington ranks 7 of 47 states.
Which city in Washington pays animal trainers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $66,040 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.