As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Veterinary Practice Manager in Costa Mesa, CA is $149,223, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,870 weekly, or $12,435 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Veterinary Practice Manager in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Veterinary Practice Manager in Costa Mesa, CA vary widely, spanning from $108,562 to $180,318. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($127,940) and 75th percentile ($165,499), while top earners (90th percentile) make $180,318 per year. This $37,559 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Patient Satisfaction, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Costa Mesa Veterinary Practice Manager often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Costa Mesa currently ranks 104 statewide for Veterinary Practice Manager job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Veterinary Practice Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Veterinary Practice Manager Salary $108,562 Costa Mesa, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Veterinary Practice Manager Salary $127,940 Costa Mesa, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Veterinary Practice Manager Salary $149,223 Costa Mesa, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Veterinary Practice Manager Salary $165,499 Costa Mesa, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Veterinary Practice Manager Salary $180,318 Costa Mesa, CA April 01, 2026
25% $127,940 10% $108,562 90% $180,318 75% $165,499 $149,223 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Costa Mesa, California    Costa Mesa (/ˌkoʊstə ˈmeɪsə/) is a city in Orange County, California. Since its incorporation in 1953, the city has grown from a semi-rural farming co....More

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