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Animal Trainers Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Animal Trainers make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$43,580
Median Annual Salary
$49,390
Mean Salary
$43,580
Median Salary
$20.95
Hourly Rate
510 people work as Animal Trainers in Massachusetts
Animal Trainers salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Animal Trainers in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $43,580 per year ($3,631/month).
This is 8.6% above the national average of $40,144.
Massachusetts ranks #14 out of 47 states for Animal Trainers pay.
Approximately 510 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
About This Job: Animal Trainers
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.
Top Skills
Instructing
3.75
Speaking
3.5
Learning Strategies
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.38
Active Learning
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.05
Education and Training
3.6
Psychology
3.19
Administration and Management
3.12
English Language
3.11
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(44.4% of workers)
Salaries for Animal Trainers in Massachusetts range from $33,670 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $82,810 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $33,670 and $57,160.
Median $43,580
P10: $33,670P25: $33,670P75: $57,160P90: $82,810
10th
$33,670
25th
$33,670
Median
$43,580
75th
$57,160
90th
$82,810
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$33,670
$16.19
$2,805
25th Percentile
$33,670
$16.19
$2,805
Median (50th)
$43,580
$20.95
$3,631
75th Percentile
$57,160
$27.48
$4,763
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$82,810
$39.81
$6,900
Note: The mean (average) salary of $49,390 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Animal Trainers make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Animal Trainers in Massachusetts is $43,580 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $49,390.
What is the salary range for a Animal Trainers in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Animal Trainers in Massachusetts range from $33,670 at the 10th percentile to $82,810 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $33,670 and $57,160.
What is the starting salary for a Animal Trainers in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Animal Trainers positions in Massachusetts typically start around $33,670 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $33,670 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Animal Trainers in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 510 people are employed as Animal Trainers in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Animal Trainers in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Animal Trainers in Massachusetts is approximately $20.95 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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