California

Veterinarians Salary in California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025

Mean Annual
$169,860
+19.2% vs national
Hourly Wage
$81.66
 
10th Percentile
$74,850
Entry level
90th Percentile
$286,330
Senior level
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Salary Range

Veterinarians in California earn between $74,850 and $286,330, with a mean of $169,860. The national average for this role is $142,490.

$169,860 mean
10th Percentile$74,85090th Percentile$286,330

How California Compares

LocationMean Salary
California$169,860
National Average$142,490
Arizona$187,410
New Jersey$166,170
Maryland$163,830
Washington$163,010
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Data Source

Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.