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Animal Trainers Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Animal Trainers make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$36,370
Median Annual Salary
▲
+9.3% vs 2024
$39,700
Mean Salary
$36,370
Median Salary
$17.49
Hourly Rate
1,080 people work as Animal Trainers in Texas
Animal Trainers salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Animal Trainers in Texas earn a median salary of $36,370 per year ($3,030/month).
This is 9.4% below the national average of $40,144.
Texas ranks #33 out of 47 states for Animal Trainers pay.
Approximately 1,080 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 9.3% compared to 2024.
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 Texas range from $25,970 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $57,490 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $30,920 and $44,770.
Median $36,370
P10: $25,970P25: $30,920P75: $44,770P90: $57,490
10th
$25,970
25th
$30,920
Median
$36,370
75th
$44,770
90th
$57,490
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$25,970
$12.49
$2,164
25th Percentile
$30,920
$14.87
$2,576
Median (50th)
$36,370
$17.49
$3,030
75th Percentile
$44,770
$21.52
$3,730
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$57,490
$27.64
$4,790
Note: The mean (average) salary of $39,700 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Animal Trainers in Texas is $36,370 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $39,700.
What is the salary range for a Animal Trainers in Texas?
Salaries for Animal Trainers in Texas range from $25,970 at the 10th percentile to $57,490 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $30,920 and $44,770.
What is the starting salary for a Animal Trainers in Texas?
Entry-level Animal Trainers positions in Texas typically start around $25,970 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $30,920 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Animal Trainers in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,080 people are employed as Animal Trainers in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Animal Trainers in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Animal Trainers in Texas is approximately $17.49 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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