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Animal Keeper

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April 13, 2024 Updated June 12, 2024 4 minute read

Animal Keepers provide care and enrichment for animals in zoos, animal sanctuaries, wildlife rehabilitation centers, and other facilities. They ensure the animals' well-being by feeding them, cleaning their enclosures, and monitoring their health. Animal Keepers also educate the public about the animals and their habitats.

Educational Background and Requirements

Animal Keepers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent. Some employers may prefer candidates with a degree or certificate in animal science, zoology, or a related field. Animal Keepers must be able to work independently and as part of a team. They must also be physically fit and able to work in all weather conditions.

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Salaries for Animal Keeper

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$27,500

$34,000

$42,400

$34,000

San Francisco

$42,000

$54,000

$72,000

$54,000

Seattle

$34,000

$45,000

$54,000

$45,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$27,500

$34,000

$42,400

$34,000

San Francisco

$42,000

$54,000

$72,000

$54,000

Seattle

$34,000

$45,000

$54,000

$45,000

Austin

$34,000

$42,000

$52,000

$42,000

Toronto

$39,000

$46,000

$57,000

$46,000

London

£28,000

£29,000

£32,000

£29,000

Paris

€30,000

€35,000

€40,000

€35,000

Berlin

€32,000

€37,000

€43,000

€37,000

Tel Aviv

₪23,700

₪26,800

₪30,900

₪26,800

Singapore

S$39,000

S$45,000

S$52,000

S$45,000

Beijing

¥11,200

¥14,800

¥23,100

¥14,800

Shanghai

¥18,200

¥27,000

¥41,200

¥27,000

Shenzhen

¥40,300

¥54,000

¥68,000

¥54,000

Bengalaru

₹236,000

₹342,000

₹476,000

₹342,000

Delhi

₹260,000

₹320,000

₹510,000

₹320,000

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