What are the main factors that influence a Vet Nurse's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Vet Nurse's salary?

A Vet Nurse's salary grows with experience: a Vet Nurse (2-4 years)earns $54,939, a Managed Care Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $84,668, a Managed Care Director (5+ years)earns $142,950, an SVP of Managed Care (5+ years)earns $194,593,

What are the highest paying states for a Vet Nurse?

Vet Nurse salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Vet Nurse roles are District of Columbia $60,922, California $60,691, Massachusetts $59,882. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Vet Nurse roles make?

Salaries for Vet Nurse level roles vary by specialization: Vet Hospital Manager: $82,498; Vet Technician: $47,868; Vet Tech: $47,300; Vet Assistant: $46,755; Vet Tech Assistant: $46,151.

Vet Nurse Salary in Delaware

How much does a Vet Nurse make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vet Nurse in Delaware is $55,722 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,077
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,380 to $66,376
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,695

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Vet Nurse Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,376	$5,531	$1,276	$32
Average	$55,722	$4,643	$1,072	$27
25th Percentile	$48,380	$4,032	$930	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Vet Nurse Salaries

A Vet Nurse'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 Do Vet Nurse 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 Vet Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,922.
California: $60,691.
Massachusetts: $59,882.

District of Columbia $60,922 California $60,691 Massachusetts $59,882 Washington $59,662 New Jersey $59,640 Alaska $59,563 Connecticut $58,803 New York $58,495

Hawaii $57,510 Rhode Island $57,048 Maryland $56,734 Minnesota $56,305 Colorado $56,140 Illinois $56,085 Oregon $55,876 Delaware $55,722

New Hampshire $55,625 Virginia $55,408 Pennsylvania $54,776 Nevada $54,456 North Dakota $54,352 Michigan $54,187 Wisconsin $54,126 Vermont $54,005

Texas $53,670 Maine $53,648 Arizona $53,615 Ohio $53,576 Georgia $53,070 Indiana $52,817 Wyoming $52,767 Utah $52,690

Iowa $52,657 Kansas $52,393 Louisiana $52,316 North Carolina $52,289 Missouri $52,278 Florida $52,063 Montana $51,947 Nebraska $51,837

Kentucky $51,777 South Carolina $51,557 Tennessee $51,419 Idaho $51,364 New Mexico $50,962 Oklahoma $50,874 Alabama $50,550 South Dakota $50,005

Arkansas $49,708 West Virginia $49,548 Mississippi $49,070

Top Paying Cities for Vet Nurses

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:

Lincoln: $55,471
Little Creek: $55,877
Magnolia: $55,797

Lincoln, DE $55,471 Little Creek, DE $55,877 Magnolia, DE $55,797 Milford, DE $55,612 Marydel, DE $55,703 Millsboro, DE $55,238 Millville, DE $55,324 Milton, DE $55,419

Nassau, DE $55,460 Ocean View, DE $55,314 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,420 Seaford, DE $55,452 Selbyville, DE $55,222 Smyrna, DE $55,916 Viola, DE $55,658 Woodside, DE $55,808

Bear, DE $55,679 Newark, DE $55,658 Claymont, DE $55,772 Delaware City, DE $55,714 Hockessin, DE $55,653 Kirkwood, DE $55,703 Middletown, DE $55,725 Montchanin, DE $55,666

New Castle, DE $55,674 Odessa, DE $55,752 Port Penn, DE $55,790 Rockland, DE $55,671 Saint Georges, DE $55,707 Townsend, DE $55,793 Winterthur, DE $55,678 Lewes, DE $55,441

Wilmington, DE $55,656 Dover, DE $55,877 Dover Afb, DE $55,583 Bethany Beach, DE $55,256 Bethel, DE $55,313 Bridgeville, DE $55,444 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,720 Cheswold, DE $55,859

Clayton, DE $55,861 Dagsboro, DE $55,217 Delmar, DE $55,129 Ellendale, DE $55,296 Felton, DE $55,608 Fenwick Island, DE $55,230 Frankford, DE $55,133 Frederica, DE $55,663

Georgetown, DE $55,197 Greenwood, DE $55,452 Harbeson, DE $55,255 Harrington, DE $55,537 Hartly, DE $55,710 Houston, DE $55,458 Kenton, DE $55,863 Laurel, DE $55,164

Yorklyn, DE $55,670

Vet Nurse Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vet Nurse'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 May 01, 2026

$48,380

Average $55,722/year

$66,376

$4,032

Average $4,643/month

$5,531

$930

Average $1,072/week

$1,276

$23

Average $27/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,376	$5,531	$1,276	$32
Average	$55,722	$4,643	$1,072	$27
25th Percentile	$48,380	$4,032	$930	$23

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