As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Veterinary Technician in the United States is $42,007. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $37,425 to $46,251, with most professionals earning between $33,253 and $50,115.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $46,251 | $3,854 | $889 | $22 |
| Average | $42,007 | $3,501 | $808 | $20 |
| 25th Percentile | $37,425 | $3,119 | $720 | $18 |
An entry-level Veterinary Technician with less than 1 year of experience earns about $40,161. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $40,502. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $41,528. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $43,401, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $44,224.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Veterinary Technician | $40,161 |
| Intermediate Level Veterinary Technician | $40,502 |
| Senior Level Veterinary Technician | $41,528 |
| Specialist Level Veterinary Technician | $43,401 |
| Expert Level Veterinary Technician | $44,224 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 1% |
| Top Level | 3% |
| Experienced | 5% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Veterinary Technician compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $50,038 in 2023 to approximately $49,982 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Veterinary Technician salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $42,007 | 68.8% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $3,214 | 5.3% | ||
| 401K/403B | $1,974 | 3.2% | ||
| Disability | $336 | 0.6% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,056 | 9.9% | ||
| Pension | $2,310 | 3.8% | ||
| Time Off | $5,170 | 8.5% | ||
| Total Compensation | $61,067 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Veterinary Technician is $42,007. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Veterinary Technician is $20; the average weekly pay of Veterinary Technician is $808; the average monthly pay of Veterinary Technician is $3,501.
A Veterinary Technician's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Veterinary Technician earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Veterinary Technician is $52,983.
The highest pay for Veterinary Technician is $50,115.
The lowest pay for Veterinary Technician is $33,253.
Assists veterinarian with exams, surgeries, and first aid. Collects and documents case history and treatment details. Monitors vital signs and condition of animals being treated and provides nursing care. Takes X rays, EKG, Ultrasound, and performs various lab test including urinalysis and blood counts. Depending on state regulations, may administer anesthesia, injections, and perform dental prophylaxis, catheterization, and other procedures under supervision of a veterinarian. Instructs pet owners on how to administer medication and other animal care skills. Typically requires an associate degree. Depending on state, may require RVT certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
Customer Service: 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.
Animal Care: Providing animals' physical and mental needs to protect their welfare by treating them all with care.
Client Communications: Client communication skills are a blend of language, interpersonal and emotional abilities that enable you to have clear, meaningful, and emotionally conscientious conversations with the client.
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