Animal Groomers Salary
Salary data across 60 metro areas in the US & CanadaUSD & CAD
Search Jobs on IndeedAvg Median Salary
$32,633
Highest Paying City
San Jose
$47,000
Cities Tracked
60
What Do Animal Groomers Do?
Animal Groomers provide a range of personal services that enhance clients' well-being, appearance, and quality of life. They work in settings from salons and spas to private homes and entertainment venues.
Work settings include salons, spas, fitness centers, private homes, and entertainment venues. Many work evenings and weekends to accommodate client schedules. Some roles are physically demanding.
Key Skills for Animal Groomers
Education Requirements
High school diploma; postsecondary training or state license for some roles
Requirements vary widely. Cosmetologists and barbers need state licensure, which typically requires completing an approved training program. Fitness trainers benefit from professional certifications. Childcare workers may need CPR certification.
Career Outlook
Employment is expected to grow about as fast as average, with demand for personal care services driven by population growth and consumer spending on health and wellness.
How to Increase Your Animal Groomers Salary
- 1.Build a loyal client base through excellent service and word-of-mouth referrals
- 2.Develop skills in high-demand specialties within your field
- 3.Consider opening your own business or working as an independent contractor
- 4.Stay current with trends and new techniques in your specialty
- 5.Build a social media presence to attract new clients
Animal Groomers Salary by City
| City | Median | Average | Range (10th-90th) | Currency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $47,000 | $52,000 | $31,000 - $59,000 | USD | Apply |
| San Francisco, CA | $45,000 | $48,000 | $31,000 - $55,000 | USD | Apply |
| New York, NY | $42,000 | $45,000 | $29,000 - $51,000 | USD | Apply |
| Seattle, WA | $42,000 | $45,000 | $29,000 - $51,000 | USD | Apply |
| Boston, MA | $40,000 | $45,000 | $28,000 - $49,000 | USD | Apply |
| Washington DC, DC | $39,000 | $41,000 | $27,000 - $48,000 | USD | Apply |
| Los Angeles, CA | $38,000 | $41,000 | $27,000 - $47,000 | USD | Apply |
| San Diego, CA | $38,000 | $41,000 | $27,000 - $47,000 | USD | Apply |
| Denver, CO | $37,000 | $39,000 | $26,000 - $45,000 | USD | Apply |
| Honolulu, HI | $37,000 | $40,000 | $26,000 - $45,000 | USD | Apply |
| Austin, TX | $36,000 | $39,000 | $25,000 - $44,000 | USD | Apply |
| Sacramento, CA | $36,000 | $39,000 | $25,000 - $44,000 | USD | Apply |
| Philadelphia, PA | $35,000 | $36,000 | $24,000 - $43,000 | USD | Apply |
| Minneapolis, MN | $35,000 | $38,000 | $24,000 - $43,000 | USD | Apply |
| Portland, OR | $35,000 | $37,000 | $24,000 - $43,000 | USD | Apply |
| Baltimore, MD | $35,000 | $39,000 | $24,000 - $43,000 | USD | Apply |
| Hartford, CT | $35,000 | $37,000 | $24,000 - $43,000 | USD | Apply |
| Anchorage, AK | $35,000 | $36,000 | $24,000 - $43,000 | USD | Apply |
| Chicago, IL | $34,000 | $35,000 | $24,000 - $42,000 | USD | Apply |
| Dallas, TX | $34,000 | $37,000 | $24,000 - $42,000 | USD | Apply |
| Atlanta, GA | $34,000 | $35,000 | $24,000 - $42,000 | USD | Apply |
| Raleigh, NC | $34,000 | $38,000 | $24,000 - $42,000 | USD | Apply |
| Houston, TX | $33,000 | $34,000 | $23,000 - $40,000 | USD | Apply |
| Salt Lake City, UT | $33,000 | $37,000 | $23,000 - $40,000 | USD | Apply |
| Phoenix, AZ | $32,000 | $33,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Detroit, MI | $32,000 | $33,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Nashville, TN | $32,000 | $35,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Charlotte, NC | $32,000 | $36,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Las Vegas, NV | $32,000 | $35,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $32,000 | $35,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Milwaukee, WI | $32,000 | $33,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Richmond, VA | $32,000 | $35,000 | $22,000 - $39,000 | USD | Apply |
| Miami, FL | $31,000 | $34,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | USD | Apply |
| Tampa, FL | $31,000 | $34,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | USD | Apply |
| Columbus, OH | $31,000 | $34,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | USD | Apply |
| Kansas City, MO | $31,000 | $34,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | USD | Apply |
| Cleveland, OH | $31,000 | $33,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | USD | Apply |
| Cincinnati, OH | $31,000 | $32,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | USD | Apply |
| Jacksonville, FL | $31,000 | $33,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | USD | Apply |
| Toronto, ON | $31,000 | $34,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Vancouver, BC | $31,000 | $32,000 | $22,000 - $38,000 | CAD | Apply |
| San Antonio, TX | $30,000 | $32,000 | $21,000 - $37,000 | USD | Apply |
| Indianapolis, IN | $30,000 | $33,000 | $21,000 - $37,000 | USD | Apply |
| St. Louis, MO | $30,000 | $31,000 | $21,000 - $37,000 | USD | Apply |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $30,000 | $32,000 | $21,000 - $37,000 | USD | Apply |
| Louisville, KY | $30,000 | $31,000 | $21,000 - $37,000 | USD | Apply |
| New Orleans, LA | $30,000 | $31,000 | $21,000 - $37,000 | USD | Apply |
| Buffalo, NY | $30,000 | $32,000 | $21,000 - $37,000 | USD | Apply |
| Orlando, FL | $29,000 | $30,000 | $20,000 - $36,000 | USD | Apply |
| Memphis, TN | $29,000 | $31,000 | $20,000 - $36,000 | USD | Apply |
| Birmingham, AL | $29,000 | $31,000 | $20,000 - $36,000 | USD | Apply |
| Tucson, AZ | $29,000 | $30,000 | $20,000 - $36,000 | USD | Apply |
| Ottawa, ON | $29,000 | $32,000 | $20,000 - $36,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Calgary, AB | $29,000 | $30,000 | $20,000 - $36,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Edmonton, AB | $27,000 | $30,000 | $19,000 - $33,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Montreal, QC | $26,000 | $28,000 | $18,000 - $32,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Hamilton, ON | $26,000 | $27,000 | $18,000 - $32,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Winnipeg, MB | $24,000 | $26,000 | $17,000 - $29,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Halifax, NS | $24,000 | $25,000 | $17,000 - $29,000 | CAD | Apply |
| Quebec City, QC | $23,000 | $24,000 | $16,000 - $28,000 | CAD | Apply |