ER Veterinarian Salary in the United States

How much does an ER Veterinarian make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an ER Veterinarian in the United States is $120,023 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,586
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,467 to $126,599
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,946
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ER Veterinarian Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $126,599 $10,550 $2,435 $61
Average $120,023 $10,002 $2,308 $58
25th Percentile $108,467 $9,039 $2,086 $52
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Key Factors That Influence ER Veterinarian Salaries

An ER Veterinarian'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 ER Veterinarian Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ER Veterinarian'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): $114,094
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $115,002
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,454
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,269
  • Expert (over 8 years): $120,507
Levels Salary
Entry Level ER Veterinarian$114,094
Intermediate Level ER Veterinarian$115,002
Senior Level ER Veterinarian$116,454
Specialist Level ER Veterinarian$118,269
Expert Level ER Veterinarian$120,507
$114,094 0 yr
$115,002 < 2 yrs
$116,454 2-4 yrs
$118,269 5-8 yrs
$120,507 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for ER Veterinarians

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: $151,385
  • San Francisco: $149,727
  • Oakland: $146,572

What Skills Can Increase an ER Veterinarian'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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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 an ER Veterinarian'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
 $132,025
10%
Business Acumen
 $129,625
8%
Client Communications
 $127,224
6%
Leadership
 $127,224
6%
Patient Care
 $127,224
6%
Innovation
 $126,024
5%
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ER Veterinarian Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ER Veterinarian 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, ER Veterinarian positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ER Veterinarian as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ER Veterinarian

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$192,037$92.060%
Healthcare$168,032$81.040%
MFG Durable$144,028$69.020%

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

Understanding how an ER Veterinarian'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.

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$108,467
Average $120,023/year
$126,599
$9,039
Average $10,002/month
$10,550
$2,086
Average $2,308/week
$2,435
$52
Average $58/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $126,599 $10,550 $2,435 $61
Average $120,023 $10,002 $2,308 $58
25th Percentile $108,467 $9,039 $2,086 $52

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Salary Trends for ER Veterinarian

Salaries for an ER Veterinarian can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $109,898 in 2023 to around $105,377 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of ER Veterinarian salary trends, .

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$109,898
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$108,383
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FAQ about ER Veterinarian

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

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for ER Veterinarian roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

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