Veterinarians

Occupation

$125,510
National Median Salary
$60.34
Median Hourly Wage
80,630
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$70,350
$98,420
$125,510
$161,610
$212,890

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+43.3%
10 Year Change
$87,590
2014 Median
$125,510
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Veterinarians

Industry Annual Median Employment
Food Manufacturing $190,520 30
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only) $181,010 200
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods $178,430 240
Employment Services $147,460 —
Administrative and Support Services $147,460 —

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Top Paying States for Veterinarians

State Annual Median Employment
California $158,950 8,510
Washington $155,060 1,940
District of Columbia $153,200 100
New Jersey $148,550 1,750
West Virginia $134,290 390

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Food Manufacturing Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods (4242 and 4246 only) Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods Employment Services Administrative and Support Services Scientific Research and Development Services Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing Chemical Manufacturing Educational Services Spectator Sports Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries