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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Idaho
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make in Idaho?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,530
Median Annual Salary
▲
+4.8% vs 2024
$36,520
Mean Salary
$37,530
Median Salary
$18.04
Hourly Rate
680 people work as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary by percentile in Idaho
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho earn a median salary of $37,530 per year ($3,127/month).
This is 3.1% below the national average of $38,713.
Idaho ranks #22 out of 51 states for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay.
Approximately 680 people work in this occupation across Idaho.
Salaries increased by 4.8% 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 Idaho
Salaries for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho range from $24,230 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $44,730 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $35,360 and $39,160.
Median $37,530
P10: $24,230P25: $35,360P75: $39,160P90: $44,730
10th
$24,230
25th
$35,360
Median
$37,530
75th
$39,160
90th
$44,730
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$24,230
$11.65
$2,019
25th Percentile
$35,360
$17.00
$2,946
Median (50th)
$37,530
$18.04
$3,127
75th Percentile
$39,160
$18.83
$3,263
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$44,730
$21.50
$3,727
Note: The mean (average) salary of $36,520 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#22
Idaho ranks #22 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 Idaho?
The median annual salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho is $37,530 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $36,520.
What is the salary range for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho?
Salaries for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho range from $24,230 at the 10th percentile to $44,730 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $35,360 and $39,160.
What is the starting salary for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho?
Entry-level Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions in Idaho typically start around $24,230 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $35,360 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 680 people are employed as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho.
What is the hourly rate for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho is approximately $18.04 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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