How much does a Zoo Veterinarian make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Zoo Veterinarian in San Diego, CA is $119,846. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $107,648 to $127,154, with most professionals earning between $96,543 and $133,807.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Zoo Veterinarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Zoo Veterinarian Salary $96,543 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Zoo Veterinarian Salary $107,648 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Zoo Veterinarian Salary $119,846 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Zoo Veterinarian Salary $127,154 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Zoo Veterinarian Salary $133,807 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25% $107,648 10% $96,543 90% $133,807 75% $127,154 $119,846 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Zoo Veterinarian in San Diego, CA. The base salary for Zoo Veterinarian ranges from $107,648 to $127,154 with the average base salary of $119,846. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $107,648 to $127,154 with the average total cash compensation of $119,846.

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