The average wage for a dog walker in New York is around $12.49 per hour.
Avg Wage
Dog walkers earn an average hourly wage of $12.49.
Salaries typically start from $6.83 per hour and go up to $21.80 per hour.
60% below national average Updated in 2017
Dog walker earnings by seniority
90th percentile
Top-level dog walker earnings begin at:
$21.80 per hour
$45,344 per year
75th percentile
Senior-level dog walker earnings begin at:
$16.75 per hour
$34,840 per year
50th percentile
Mid-level dog walker earnings begin at:
$12.49 per hour
$25,980 per year
25th percentile
Junior-level dog walker earnings begin at:
$9.00 per hour
$18,720 per year
10th percentile
Starting level dog walker earnings begin at:
$6.83 per hour
$14,200 per year
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
Dog walker salary by state
| State Name | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $33,766 |
| Texas | $27,040 |
| New York | $25,980 |
How do dog walker salaries compare to similar careers?
Dog walkers earn 30% more than similar careers in New York.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Veterinary assistant salary | $23K |
| Farmer salary | $24K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)