SOC 45-2021 · May 2025 · United States
Animal Breeders
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
$51,130 /year
The median wage for Animal Breeders across the United States is $51,130 per year, measured over 1,330 jobs. The highest state median is in Ohio, at $68,980.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Animal Breeders
Pay for this occupation varies by 71.5% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Ohio pays $68,980 and Nebraska pays $40,220.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio | $68,980 | 80 | |
| 2 | California | $59,280 | 410 | |
| 3 | Alabama | $53,200 | 60 | |
| 4 | Wisconsin | $51,130 | 40 | |
| 5 | Texas | $48,410 | 60 | |
| 6 | New York | $48,350 | 140 | |
| 7 | Minnesota | $47,900 | 170 | |
| 8 | South Dakota | $44,850 | 40 | |
| 9 | Nebraska | $40,220 | 40 |
States with the most Animal Breeders jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 410 | $59,280 | |
| 2 | Minnesota | 170 | $47,900 | |
| 3 | New York | 140 | $48,350 | |
| 4 | Ohio | 80 | $68,980 | |
| 5 | Alabama | 60 | $53,200 | |
| 6 | Texas | 60 | $48,410 | |
| 7 | Nebraska | 40 | $40,220 | |
| 8 | South Dakota | 40 | $44,850 | |
| 9 | Wisconsin | 40 | $51,130 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Diego | $69,070 | — |
| 2 | Los Angeles | $58,440 | — |
| 3 | New York | $49,350 | 50 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.