Top 3 cities for animal breeders by average salary
| San Diego, CA | $74,080 |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $58,580 |
| New York, NY | $57,390 |
Map: Animal Breeders salary by metro area
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Animal Breeders salary by state
Ohio pays animal breeders the most statewide, $82,540 a year on average. Statewide columns cover every employer in the state; city columns cover the metro areas we publish.
| State | Statewide average | Statewide median | Jobs | Metros | Highest city average | Lowest city average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $82,540 | $68,980 | 80 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| California | $66,550 | $59,280 | 410 | 2 | $74,080 | $58,580 |
| New York | $52,410 | $48,350 | 140 | 1 | $57,390 | $57,390 |
| Texas | $52,370 | $48,410 | 60 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Wisconsin | $49,890 | $51,130 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Minnesota | $49,200 | $47,900 | 170 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Alabama | $45,970 | $53,200 | 60 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| South Dakota | $44,170 | $44,850 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Nebraska | $41,690 | $40,220 | 40 | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Animal Breeders salary in every city we cover
Sort by any column. Each city links to its pay range, take-home pay and cost of living.
| Metro area | Average | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | $74,080 | $69,070 | $35.62 | n/a |
| Los Angeles, CA | $58,580 | $58,440 | $28.17 | n/a |
| New York, NY | $57,390 | $49,350 | $27.59 | 50 |
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Animal Breeders salary: questions
Where do animal breeders make the most money?
In San Diego, CA, with an average of $74,080 a year, among the 3 metro areas we cover.
What is the average animal breeders salary in the U.S.?
$57,010 a year nationwide (BLS OEWS national estimates, May 2025); the median is $51,130, so half of animal breeders earn more than that and half less.
What salary should animal breeders ask for?
Start from the figures for your city: the middle half of animal breeders nationwide earn between $44,320 (25th percentile) and $62,080 (75th percentile). Newer workers usually start near the 25th percentile and experienced ones can ask for the 75th; each city page shows the local range. See how to read salary percentiles.
Which state pays animal breeders the most?
Ohio, with a statewide average of $82,540 a year (BLS state estimates, May 2025).
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 45-2021.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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