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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Alabama
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make in Alabama?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$35,800
Median Annual Salary
▲
+20.7% vs 2024
$34,780
Mean Salary
$35,800
Median Salary
$17.21
Hourly Rate
1,240 people work as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary by percentile in Alabama
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama earn a median salary of $35,800 per year ($2,983/month).
This is 7.5% below the national average of $38,713.
Alabama ranks #41 out of 51 states for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay.
Approximately 1,240 people work in this occupation across Alabama.
Salaries increased by 20.7% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.25
Reading Comprehension
3.12
Writing
3.12
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
4.33
English Language
3.83
Biology
3.56
Administrative
3.51
Medicine and Dentistry
3.5
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(78.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama
Salaries for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama range from $27,970 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $43,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,010 and $37,970.
Median $35,800
P10: $27,970P25: $29,010P75: $37,970P90: $43,360
10th
$27,970
25th
$29,010
Median
$35,800
75th
$37,970
90th
$43,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$27,970
$13.45
$2,330
25th Percentile
$29,010
$13.95
$2,417
Median (50th)
$35,800
$17.21
$2,983
75th Percentile
$37,970
$18.25
$3,164
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$43,360
$20.85
$3,613
Note: The mean (average) salary of $34,780 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#41
Alabama ranks #41 of 51 states
$38,713
National avg. for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make in Alabama?
The median annual salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama is $35,800 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $34,780.
What is the salary range for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama?
Salaries for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama range from $27,970 at the 10th percentile to $43,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,010 and $37,970.
What is the starting salary for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama?
Entry-level Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions in Alabama typically start around $27,970 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,010 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,240 people are employed as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama.
What is the hourly rate for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama is approximately $17.21 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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