Small Animal Veterinarian Salary in San Jose, California

Small Animal Veterinarian Salary in San Jose, CA

How much does a Small Animal Veterinarian make in San Jose, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Small Animal Veterinarian in San Jose, CA is $150,625. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $135,295 to $159,810, with most professionals earning between $121,338 and $168,172.

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Small Animal Veterinarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Small Animal Veterinarian Salary $121,338 San Jose,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Small Animal Veterinarian Salary $135,295 San Jose,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Small Animal Veterinarian Salary $150,625 San Jose,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Small Animal Veterinarian Salary $159,810 San Jose,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Small Animal Veterinarian Salary $168,172 San Jose,CA April 01, 2025
25% $135,295 10% $121,338 90% $168,172 75% $159,810 $150,625 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Small Animal Veterinarian ?

A veterinary physician, usually called a vet, which is shortened from veterinarian (American English) or veterinary surgeon (British English), is a professional who practices veterinary medicine by treating diseases, disorders, and injuries in animals....

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Average Base Salary

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135295
159810
150625

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
135295
159810
150625
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Small Animal Veterinarian in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Small Animal Veterinarian ranges from $135,295 to $159,810 with the average base salary of $150,625. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $135,295 to $159,810 with the average total cash compensation of $150,625.

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About San Jose, California    San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, th....More

San Jose, California  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

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