Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in California
Official Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024 - CA
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in California
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th (Entry Level) | $20,087 |
| 25th Percentile | $27,288 |
| 50th (Median) | $37,900 |
| 75th Percentile | $52,302 |
| 90th (Top Earners) | $65,188 |
| Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | |
Cost of Living Adjusted Salary
The California median salary of $37,900 for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers has the purchasing power of approximately $25,284 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).
California's higher cost of living (COL index: 149.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.
COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.
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Top Paying Jobs in California
| # | Job Title | Median Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiologists | $387,400 |
| 2 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $382,775 |
| 3 | Neurologists | $369,500 |
| 4 | Surgeons, All Other | $368,150 |
| 5 | Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric | $339,850 |
| 6 | Psychiatrists | $312,248 |
| 7 | Physicians, Pathologists | $304,900 |
| 8 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $304,175 |
| Source: BLS OEWS May 2024 | ||
About Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in California
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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