How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make in Providence?
Median yearly pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $20.76 an hour or $3,599 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.76
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 41 of 283
- Jobs in the area
- 480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,300 | $16.49 | |
| 25th | $35,510 | $17.07 | |
| Median | $43,190 | $20.76 | |
| 75th | $49,860 | $23.97 | |
| 90th | $50,130 | $24.10 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,420 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,460 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,930 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,020 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,430 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,330 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $46,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $20.76 ($43,190 a year).
Do veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $43,190 against $38,150 nationally, 13% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $49,770, so Providence pays 13% less.
Where does Providence rank for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker pay?
41 of 283 metro areas with data.
How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $50,130 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.