Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Michigan

Median Salary

$37,960

per year

Hourly Rate

$18.25

per hour

Employment

4,420

in Michigan

vs. National Avg

-0.5%

National: $38,150

📊 Compared to the national median of $38,150, Michigan pays 0.5% LESS for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions.

Purchasing Power

$41,127

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

92.3

8% below national avg

Rent/Income

35%

Stretched

Salary Distribution in Michigan

10th

$30,410

25th

$35,720

Median

$37,960

75th

$43,930

90th

$46,730

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