Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist in the United States is $182,757 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

However, a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $209,255
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,682 to $196,627
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,047
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Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
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Wage
75th Percentile $196,627 $16,386 $3,781 $95
Average $182,757 $15,230 $3,515 $88
25th Percentile $166,682 $13,890 $3,205 $80
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Key Factors That Influence Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist Salaries

A Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist 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 Internal Medicine Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $202,349.
  • California: $201,581.
  • Massachusetts: $198,894.

Top Paying Cities for Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialists

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: $230,511
  • San Francisco: $228,245
  • Oakland: $223,183

What Skills Can Increase a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 3.89% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Cost Control (Mentioned in 3.26% Job Postings): Managing and analyzing financial data in determining and reducing business expenses to increase revenue and profitability.
  • Blockchain (Mentioned in 2.19% Job Postings): Blockchain is the grow list of records, called blocks, which are securely linked together using cryptography.
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Planning 3.89%
Cost Control 3.26%
Blockchain 2.19%
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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 Internal Medicine Specialist's salary.
  • Attention to Detail: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Oral Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Work Ethic: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Attention to Detail
 $221,136
21%
Oral Communication
 $201,033
10%
Work Ethic
 $199,205
9%
Verbal Communication
 $199,205
9%
Teamwork
 $195,550
7%
Analysis
 $193,722
6%
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How Education impacts a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialists enter the field with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent is between $186,085 and $204,817).

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 1.3%
Associates 2.5%
Bachelors 1.3%
Masters 2.5%
Doctorate 93.8%
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Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist'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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$166,682
Average $182,757/year
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Average $15,230/month
$16,386
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Average $3,515/week
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Average $88/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $196,627 $16,386 $3,781 $95
Average $182,757 $15,230 $3,515 $88
25th Percentile $166,682 $13,890 $3,205 $80

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Salary Trends for Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist

Salaries for a Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $177,227 in 2023 to around $172,065 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist salary trends, .

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$174,278
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