Occupation Salary Profile

Animal Trainers

SOC Code: 39-2011

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or for assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact, and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

National Median (BLS)
$52,380
▲ +16.19% Nominal +12.53% Real
H-1B Sponsor Median
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Average Base Salary
$53,150
Domestic Mean Pay
Total U.S. Employment
90
Active Positions (BLS)
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National Baseline Wage Distribution

Empirical wage tiers reported across all 50 states by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Animal Trainers.

Percentile Tier Annual Base Salary
10th Percentile $36,640
25th Percentile $39,770
National Median (50th Percentile) $52,380
75th Percentile $61,080
90th Percentile $67,020
P10: $36,640 P50 (Median): $52,380 P90: $67,020