How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make in Rhode Island?
$49,770a year
Median yearly pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers in Rhode Island. That is $23.93 an hour or $4,148 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.93
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,510Median: $49,770Highest 10%: $50,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,510 | $17.07 | |
| 25th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| Median | $49,770 | $23.93 | |
| 75th | $49,930 | $24.00 | |
| 90th | $50,130 | $24.10 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $43,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers.
| 1. Rhode Island | $49,770 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $49,080 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $46,670 |
| 4. California | $46,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $23.93 ($49,770 a year).
Do veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $49,770 against $38,150 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker pay?
Rhode Island ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $43,190 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.