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Animal Caretakers Salaries
in District of Columbia, DC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $19.88 – $21.87
Average Annual Pay
Range: $41,350 – $45,485
Salaries for Animal Caretakers near District of Columbia
Similar positions in nearby locations 100 miles
Alabama, AL
$15.20
27.2%Lower than Animal Caretakers in District of Columbia, DC
Alaska, AK
$18.98
9.1%Lower than Animal Caretakers in District of Columbia, DC
Arizona, AZ
$18.55
11.1%Lower than Animal Caretakers in District of Columbia, DC
Arkansas, AR
$16.19
22.4%Lower than Animal Caretakers in District of Columbia, DC
California, CA
$20.35
2.5%Lower than Animal Caretakers in District of Columbia, DC
How much do Animal Caretakers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$17.74/hr
Range: $16.90 - $18.59
Annual Rate
$36,905
Range: $35,148 - $38,662
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.87/hr
Range: $19.88 - $21.87
Annual Rate
$43,418
Range: $41,350 - $45,485
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.00/hr
Range: $22.86 - $25.15
Annual Rate
$49,931
Range: $47,552 - $52,308
Animal Caretakers job description
Animal Caretakers professionals perform specialized duties that contribute to organizational success. They apply their skills and knowledge to meet job requirements and deliver quality results.
- •Perform assigned duties efficiently
- •Follow company policies and procedures
- •Collaborate with team members
- •Maintain quality standards
- •Report issues to supervisors
- •Complete required training
- •Job-specific technical skills
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Teamwork
- •Adaptability
- •Relevant experience or education
- •Ability to meet job requirements
- •Background check may be required
- •Reliable transportation

