Veterinarian Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Veterinarian Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Veterinarian Technician in the United States is $47,361 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Veterinarian Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,255
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,606 to $52,540
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,187
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View as table View as graph 25% $43,606 10% $40,187 90% $57,255 75% $52,540 $47,361 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Veterinarian Technician Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $52,540 $4,378 $1,010 $25
Average $47,361 $3,947 $911 $23
25th Percentile $43,606 $3,634 $839 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Veterinarian Technician Salaries

A Veterinarian Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Veterinarian Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Veterinarian Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $46,735
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,996
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,779
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $50,117
  • Expert (over 8 years): $51,284
Levels Salary
Entry Level Veterinarian Technician$46,735
Intermediate Level Veterinarian Technician$46,996
Senior Level Veterinarian Technician$47,779
Specialist Level Veterinarian Technician$50,117
Expert Level Veterinarian Technician$51,284
$46,735 0 yr
$46,996 < 2 yrs
$47,779 2-4 yrs
$50,117 5-8 yrs
$51,284 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Veterinarian Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $59,737
  • San Francisco: $59,083
  • Oakland: $57,838

What Skills Can Increase a Veterinarian Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.46% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Animal Care (Mentioned in 3.48% Job Postings): Providing animals' physical and mental needs to protect their welfare by treating them all with care.
  • Nursing Care (Mentioned in 2.39% Job Postings): Nursing Care means assistance provided for the health care needs of sick or disabled individuals, by or under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.46%
Animal Care 3.48%
Nursing Care 2.39%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Veterinarian Technician's salary.
  • Internal Medicine: Can increase your salary by up to 47%.
  • Critical Care: Can increase your salary by up to 44%.
  • Patient Care: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Internal Medicine
$69,621
47%
Critical Care
$68,200
44%
Patient Care
$58,728
24%
Anesthesia
$56,360
19%
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Veterinarian Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Veterinarian Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Hospitality & Leisure sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Veterinarian Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Veterinarian Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Veterinarian Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$61,570$30.030%
Hospitality & Leisure$56,834$27.020%
Healthcare$52,097$25.010%

Veterinarian Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Veterinarian Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Veterinarian Technician

Salaries for a Veterinarian Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $50,918 in 2023 to around $50,438 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Veterinarian Technician salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Veterinarian Technician Over Time

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    Columbus, OH

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Veterinarian Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Veterinarian Technician?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Veterinarian Technician roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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