Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Lexington-Fayette, KY

Median Salary

$36,400

per year

Hourly Rate

$17.50

per hour

Employment

400

in Lexington-Fayette, KY

vs. National Avg

-4.6%

National: $38,150

📊 Compared to the national median of $38,150, Lexington-Fayette, KY pays 4.6% LESS for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions.

Salary Distribution in Lexington-Fayette, KY

10th

$28,530

25th

$30,160

Median

$36,400

75th

$37,070

90th

$45,250

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).