What are the main factors that influence an Animal Technician Associate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Animal Technician Associate?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Animal Technician Associate roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Animal Technician Associate's salary?

An Animal Technician Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $64,775 for beginners, reaching about $96,153 at mid-level, and approach $160,112 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Animal Technician Associate?

Animal Technician Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Animal Technician Associate roles are District of Columbia $88,662, California $88,325, Massachusetts $87,148. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Animal Technician Associate roles make?

Salaries for Animal Technician Associate level roles vary by specialization: Animal Research Associate: $148,392; Animal Center Technician: $51,474; Lab Animal Technician: $49,041; Animal Health Associate: $43,218; Animal Health Technician: $42,232.

Animal Technician Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does an Animal Technician Associate make in Delaware? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Animal Technician Associate in Delaware is $81,094 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Animal Technician Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,167
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,237 to $89,507
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,993

10% $67,993

50% (Median) $81,094

90% $97,167

Animal Technician Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,507	$7,459	$1,721	$43
Average	$81,094	$6,758	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$74,237	$6,186	$1,428	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Animal Technician Associate Salaries

An Animal Technician Associate's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Animal Technician Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Animal Technician Associate's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $64,775
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,342
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,153
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,903
Expert (over 8 years): $160,112

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Motion Graphic Design Specialist I	less than 1 year	$64,775
Animal Technician Associate	1-2 years	$79,342
Motion Graphic Design Specialist III	2-4 years	$96,153
Motion Graphic Design Specialist IV	5-8 years	$131,903
Motion Graphic Design Specialist V	over 8 years	$160,112

How Do Animal Technician Associate Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Animal Technician Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,662.
California: $88,325.
Massachusetts: $87,148.

District of Columbia $88,662 California $88,325 Massachusetts $87,148 Washington $86,828 New Jersey $86,796 Alaska $86,684 Connecticut $85,579 New York $85,130

Hawaii $83,697 Rhode Island $83,024 Maryland $82,568 Minnesota $81,943 Colorado $81,703 Illinois $81,623 Oregon $81,318 Delaware $81,094

New Hampshire $80,953 Virginia $80,638 Pennsylvania $79,717 Nevada $79,253 North Dakota $79,100 Michigan $78,860 Wisconsin $78,772 Vermont $78,596

Texas $78,107 Maine $78,075 Arizona $78,027 Ohio $77,971 Georgia $77,235 Indiana $76,866 Wyoming $76,794 Utah $76,682

Iowa $76,634 Kansas $76,250 Louisiana $76,137 North Carolina $76,097 Missouri $76,081 Florida $75,769 Montana $75,601 Nebraska $75,441

Kentucky $75,353 South Carolina $75,032 Tennessee $74,832 Idaho $74,752 New Mexico $74,168 Oklahoma $74,039 Alabama $73,567 South Dakota $72,774

Arkansas $72,342 West Virginia $72,110 Mississippi $71,413

Top Paying Cities for Animal Technician Associate

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $80,729
Little Creek: $81,320
Magnolia: $81,203

Lincoln, DE $80,729

Little Creek, DE $81,320

Magnolia, DE $81,203

Milford, DE $80,934

Marydel, DE $81,067

Millsboro, DE $80,390

Millville, DE $80,515

Milton, DE $80,654

Nassau, DE $80,712

Ocean View, DE $80,501

Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,655

Seaford, DE $80,701

Selbyville, DE $80,367

Smyrna, DE $81,376

Viola, DE $81,001

Woodside, DE $81,219

Bear, DE $81,032

Newark, DE $81,001

Claymont, DE $81,167

Delaware City, DE $81,082

Hockessin, DE $80,994

Kirkwood, DE $81,067

Middletown, DE $81,098

Montchanin, DE $81,013

New Castle, DE $81,025

Odessa, DE $81,138

Port Penn, DE $81,193

Rockland, DE $81,021

Saint Georges, DE $81,073

Townsend, DE $81,198

Winterthur, DE $81,030

Lewes, DE $80,685

Wilmington, DE $80,998

Dover, DE $81,320

Dover Afb, DE $80,892

Bethany Beach, DE $80,416

Bethel, DE $80,499

Bridgeville, DE $80,689

Camden Wyoming, DE $81,091

Cheswold, DE $81,294

Clayton, DE $81,296

Dagsboro, DE $80,360

Delmar, DE $80,231

Ellendale, DE $80,474

Felton, DE $80,928

Fenwick Island, DE $80,378

Frankford, DE $80,237

Frederica, DE $81,008

Georgetown, DE $80,330

Greenwood, DE $80,702

Harbeson, DE $80,415

Harrington, DE $80,825

Hartly, DE $81,077

Houston, DE $80,710

Kenton, DE $81,300

Laurel, DE $80,281

Yorklyn, DE $81,018

Animal Technician Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Animal Technician Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Animal Technician Associate positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Animal Technician Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Animal Technician Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$101,368	$49.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$97,313	$47.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$97,313	$47.0	20%
Healthcare	$93,258	$45.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$89,204	$43.0	10%

Animal Technician Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Animal Technician Associate's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$74,237

Average $81,094/year

$89,507

$6,186

Average $6,758/month

$7,459

$1,428

Average $1,560/week

$1,721

$36

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,507	$7,459	$1,721	$43
Average	$81,094	$6,758	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$74,237	$6,186	$1,428	$36

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