How much does an animal trainer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $24.26 an hour or $4,205 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.26
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 95
- Jobs in the area
- 650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,680 | $16.19 | |
| 25th | $37,600 | $18.08 | |
| Median | $50,460 | $24.26 | |
| 75th | $107,800 | $51.84 | |
| 90th | $122,200 | $58.74 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for animal trainers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $24.26 ($50,460 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $50,460 against $39,990 nationally, 26% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $38,200, so Washington pays 32% more.
Where does Washington rank for animal trainer pay?
11 of 95 metro areas with data.
How much does an animal trainer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,680 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,200 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.