Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in California

Median Salary
$46,260
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.24
per hour
Employment
16,080
in California
vs. National Avg
+21.3%
National: $38,150

📊 Compared to the national median of $38,150, California pays 21.3% MORE for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions.

Purchasing Power
$41,789
cost-adjusted value
Cost of Living
110.7
11% above national avg
Rent/Income
59%
Unaffordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th
$37,800
25th
$39,760
Median
$46,260
75th
$49,290
90th
$57,940
Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).