How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $21.79 an hour or $3,777 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.79
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 283
- Jobs in the area
- 2,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,740 | $17.66 | |
| 25th | $38,730 | $18.62 | |
| Median | $45,320 | $21.79 | |
| 75th | $49,080 | $23.60 | |
| 90th | $60,170 | $28.93 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $50,600 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $21.79 ($45,320 a year).
Do veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretakers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $45,320 against $38,150 nationally, 19% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $49,080, so Washington pays 8% less.
Where does Washington rank for veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker pay?
22 of 283 metro areas with data.
How much does a veterinary assistant and laboratory animal caretaker make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,740 or less a year; the top 10% make $60,170 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.