Veterinary Dermatologist Salary in the United States

How much does a Veterinary Dermatologist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Veterinary Dermatologist in the United States is $111,893 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,547
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,374 to $119,040
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,976
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Veterinary Dermatologist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $119,040 $9,920 $2,289 $57
Average $111,893 $9,324 $2,152 $54
25th Percentile $99,374 $8,281 $1,911 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Veterinary Dermatologist Salaries

A Veterinary Dermatologist'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 Veterinary Dermatologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Veterinary Dermatologist'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): $109,285
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $110,154
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,545
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,284
  • Expert (over 8 years): $115,428
Levels Salary
Entry Level Veterinary Dermatologist$109,285
Intermediate Level Veterinary Dermatologist$110,154
Senior Level Veterinary Dermatologist$111,545
Specialist Level Veterinary Dermatologist$113,284
Expert Level Veterinary Dermatologist$115,428
$109,285 0 yr
$110,154 < 2 yrs
$111,545 2-4 yrs
$113,284 5-8 yrs
$115,428 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Veterinary Dermatologists

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: $141,131
  • San Francisco: $139,585
  • Oakland: $136,644

What Skills Can Increase a Veterinary Dermatologist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 6.6% 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.
  • Internal Medicine (Mentioned in 3.38% Job Postings): Diagnose and provide non-surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of internal organ systems. Provide care mainly for adults who have a wide range of problems associated with the internal organs.
  • Animal Care (Mentioned in 2.32% Job Postings): Providing animals' physical and mental needs to protect their welfare by treating them all with care.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 6.6%
Internal Medicine 3.38%
Animal Care 2.32%
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 Veterinary Dermatologist's salary.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Business Acumen: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Client Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Written Communication
$123,082
10%
Business Acumen
$120,844
8%
Client Communications
$118,607
6%
Leadership
$118,607
6%
Patient Care
$118,607
6%
Innovation
$117,488
5%
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Veterinary Dermatologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Veterinary Dermatologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Veterinary Dermatologist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Veterinary Dermatologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Veterinary Dermatologist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$179,029$86.060%
Healthcare$156,650$75.040%
MFG Durable$134,272$65.020%

Veterinary Dermatologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Veterinary Dermatologist'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Veterinary Dermatologist

Salaries for a Veterinary Dermatologist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $105,266 in 2023 to around $100,936 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Veterinary Dermatologist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Veterinary Dermatologist Over Time

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2023
$105,266
2024
$103,815
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2023 $105,266
2024 $103,815
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