How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make in Maryland?
$44,770a year
Median yearly pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers in Maryland. That is $21.52 an hour or $3,731 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.52
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,150Median: $44,770Highest 10%: $60,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,150 | $17.86 | |
| 25th | $39,440 | $18.96 | |
| Median | $44,770 | $21.52 | |
| 75th | $49,230 | $23.67 | |
| 90th | $60,710 | $29.19 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $45,320 |
| Baltimore, MD | $44,110 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $39,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers.
| 5. New Jersey | $46,160 |
| 6. Maine | $45,510 |
| 7. Minnesota | $45,280 |
| 8. Maryland | $44,770 |
| 9. New York | $44,750 |
| 10. Oregon | $44,370 |
| 11. Connecticut | $44,250 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $21.52 ($44,770 a year).
Do veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $44,770 against $38,150 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Maryland rank for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker pay?
Maryland ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $45,320 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.