Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Alabama

$14,141 $45,893
10th pct Median: $26,682 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$14,141
25th Percentile$19,211
50th (Median)$26,682
75th Percentile$36,821
90th (Top Earners)$45,893
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Alabama median salary of $26,682 for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers has the purchasing power of approximately $29,879 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Alabama's lower cost of living (COL index: 89.3) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make in Alabama?
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama earn a median annual salary of $26,682 per year ($12.83/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $30,320.
Is Alabama a good state for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers?
Alabama pays slightly below the national average for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers. Cost of living in Alabama is lower average (COL index: 89.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 89.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $26,682 salary in Alabama has the purchasing power of approximately $29,879 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Alabama increase real purchasing power.
How does Alabama compare to neighboring states for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Alabama

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $292,336
2 Radiologists $272,730
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $269,474
4 Neurologists $260,128
5 Surgeons, All Other $259,178
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $239,254
7 Psychiatrists $219,822
8 Physicians, Pathologists $214,650
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Alabama

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Associate's degree

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