Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Idaho

$14,463 $46,935
10th pct Median: $27,288 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$14,463
25th Percentile$19,647
50th (Median)$27,288
75th Percentile$37,657
90th (Top Earners)$46,935
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Idaho median salary of $27,288 for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers has the purchasing power of approximately $26,938 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Idaho's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.3) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-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 Idaho?
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho earn a median annual salary of $27,288 per year ($13.12/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $30,320.
Is Idaho a good state for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers?
Idaho pays slightly below the national average for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers. Cost of living in Idaho is near the national average (COL index: 101.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $27,288 salary in Idaho has the purchasing power of approximately $26,938 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Idaho reduce real purchasing power.
How does Idaho 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 Idaho

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $298,980
2 Radiologists $278,928
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $275,598
4 Neurologists $266,040
5 Surgeons, All Other $265,068
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $244,692
7 Psychiatrists $224,818
8 Physicians, Pathologists $219,528
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Idaho

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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