How much does a Zookeeper make in Florida?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual pay of Zookeeper in Florida is $38,989. While Salary.com is seeing that Zookeeper salary in Florida can go up to $47,491 or down to $36,263, but most earn between $37,562 and $43,439. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills and your experience levels. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Zookeeper Salaries by Percentile
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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $43,439 $3,620 $835 $21
Average $38,989 $3,249 $750 $19
25th Percentile $37,562 $3,130 $722 $18
25% $37,562 10% $36,263 90% $47,491 75% $43,439 $38,989 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Highest Paying Cities for Zookeeper in Florida

The metropolitan areas that pay the highest salary in the Zookeeper profession are Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Deerfield Beach, Delray Beach, Lake Worth, Greenacres, Pahokee, Palm City, Port Salerno, and South Bay.

Cities Salary
Boca Raton $40,135
Boynton Beach $40,135
Deerfield Beach $40,135
Delray Beach $40,135
Lake Worth $40,052
Greenacres $40,036
Pahokee $39,888
Palm City $39,888
Port Salerno $39,888
South Bay $39,888

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What does Zookeeper do?

Zookeeper provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being a Zookeeper monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Zookeeper may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Zookeeper (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Zookeeper works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2025 Salary.com)... View full job description

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