Zoo Keeper Career

*A job as a Zoo Keeper falls under the broader career category of Animal Caretakers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Animal Caretakers : Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, or otherwise provide care to promote and maintain the well-being of pets and other animals that are not raised for consumption, such as dogs, cats, race horses, ornamental fish or birds, zoo animals, and mice. Work in settings such as kennels, animal shelters, zoos, circuses, and aquariums. May keep records of feedings, treatments, and animals received or discharged. May clean, disinfect, and repair cages, pens, or fish tanks.


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Animal Caretaker Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$24,420

Median Hourly Wage

$11.74*

Total Employed Nationally

187,360


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.