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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Texas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make in Texas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$34,850
Median Annual Salary
▲
+14.5% vs 2024
$35,730
Mean Salary
$34,850
Median Salary
$16.75
Hourly Rate
8,440 people work as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary by percentile in Texas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas earn a median salary of $34,850 per year ($2,904/month).
This is 10.0% below the national average of $38,713.
Texas ranks #44 out of 51 states for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay.
Approximately 8,440 people work in this occupation across Texas.
Salaries increased by 14.5% 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 Texas
Salaries for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas range from $24,070 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $46,890 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,340 and $43,270.
Median $34,850
P10: $24,070P25: $29,340P75: $43,270P90: $46,890
10th
$24,070
25th
$29,340
Median
$34,850
75th
$43,270
90th
$46,890
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$24,070
$11.57
$2,005
25th Percentile
$29,340
$14.11
$2,445
Median (50th)
$34,850
$16.75
$2,904
75th Percentile
$43,270
$20.80
$3,605
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$46,890
$22.54
$3,907
Note: The mean (average) salary of $35,730 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#44
Texas ranks #44 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 Texas?
The median annual salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas is $34,850 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $35,730.
What is the salary range for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas?
Salaries for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas range from $24,070 at the 10th percentile to $46,890 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,340 and $43,270.
What is the starting salary for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas?
Entry-level Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions in Texas typically start around $24,070 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,340 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,440 people are employed as Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas.
What is the hourly rate for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Texas is approximately $16.75 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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