Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Washington

Median Salary

$44,150

per year

Hourly Rate

$21.23

per hour

Employment

4,380

in Washington

vs. National Avg

+15.7%

National: $38,150

📊 Compared to the national median of $38,150, Washington pays 15.7% MORE for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers positions.

Purchasing Power

$41,146

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

107.3

7% above national avg

Rent/Income

52%

Unaffordable

Salary Distribution in Washington

10th

$38,470

25th

$39,930

Median

$44,150

75th

$47,220

90th

$55,050

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