Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Arkansas

$13,499 $43,807
10th pct Median: $25,469 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$13,499
25th Percentile$18,338
50th (Median)$25,469
75th Percentile$35,147
90th (Top Earners)$43,807
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $25,469 for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers has the purchasing power of approximately $28,876 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arkansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 88.2) 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 Arkansas?
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $25,469 per year ($12.24/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $30,320.
Is Arkansas a good state for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers. Cost of living in Arkansas is lower average (COL index: 88.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $25,469 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $28,876 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas 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 Arkansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $279,048
2 Radiologists $260,333
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $257,225
4 Neurologists $248,304
5 Surgeons, All Other $247,397
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $228,379
7 Psychiatrists $209,830
8 Physicians, Pathologists $204,893
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Arkansas

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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