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Animal Caretakers Salaries
in Lansing-East Lansing, MI
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $15.44 – $16.98
Average Annual Pay
Range: $32,115 – $35,327
Salaries for Animal Caretakers near Lansing-East Lansing
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$15.20
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$18.98
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Arizona, AZ
$18.55
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Arkansas, AR
$16.19
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California, CA
$20.35
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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
$13.78/hr
Range: $13.12 - $14.43
Annual Rate
$28,663
Range: $27,298 - $30,028
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.21/hr
Range: $15.44 - $16.98
Annual Rate
$33,721
Range: $32,115 - $35,327
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.64/hr
Range: $17.76 - $19.53
Annual Rate
$38,779
Range: $36,932 - $40,626
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

