Veterinary Nursing Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Veterinary Nursing Assistant make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Veterinary Nursing Assistant in the United States is $47,176 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,445
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,477 to $52,551
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,109
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Veterinary Nursing Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $52,551 $4,379 $1,011 $25
Average $47,176 $3,931 $907 $23
25th Percentile $43,477 $3,623 $836 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Veterinary Nursing Assistant Salaries

A Veterinary Nursing Assistant'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 Nursing Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Veterinary Nursing Assistant'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): $46,046
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,303
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,073
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $49,374
  • Expert (over 8 years): $50,522
Levels Salary
Entry Level Veterinary Nursing Assistant$46,046
Intermediate Level Veterinary Nursing Assistant$46,303
Senior Level Veterinary Nursing Assistant$47,073
Specialist Level Veterinary Nursing Assistant$49,374
Expert Level Veterinary Nursing Assistant$50,522
$46,046 0 yr
$46,303 < 2 yrs
$47,073 2-4 yrs
$49,374 5-8 yrs
$50,522 > 8 yrs
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How Do Veterinary Nursing Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Veterinary Nursing Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $52,233.
  • California: $52,035.
  • Massachusetts: $51,342.

Top Paying Cities for Veterinary Nursing Assistants

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: $59,503
  • San Francisco: $58,918
  • Oakland: $57,611

What Skills Can Increase a Veterinary Nursing Assistant'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 Veterinary Nursing Assistant'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
$69,349
47%
Critical Care
$67,934
44%
Patient Care
$58,498
24%
Anesthesia
$56,140
19%
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Veterinary Nursing Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Veterinary Nursing Assistant'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Veterinary Nursing Assistant

Salaries for a Veterinary Nursing Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $50,203 in 2023 to around $49,729 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Veterinary Nursing Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Veterinary Nursing Assistant Over Time

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$50,147
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