Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA

Median Salary

$45,490

per year

Hourly Rate

$21.87

per hour

Employment

210

in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA

vs. National Avg

+19.2%

National: $38,150

📊 Compared to the national median of $38,150, Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA pays 19.2% MORE for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions.

Salary Distribution in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA

10th

$37,580

25th

$38,790

Median

$45,490

75th

$47,120

90th

$55,880

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