Veterinarian Salary in California
Latest data from BLS OEWS May 2024
Median salary
$158,950
per year · $80.91/hr
Typical range
$79,710–$239,200+
10th–90th percentile
vs. US average
+16%
US avg $137,120
Salary percentiles in California
10th
$79,710
25th
$122,650
Median
$158,950
75th
$207,240
90th
$239,200+
Annual wage estimates, BLS OEWS May 2024. “+” denotes wages at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200).
Employment & demand
8,510
Veterinarians employed in California
#1/48
State rank by median pay
0.90
Location quotient (job concentration vs. US)
3,228 veterinary practices in California
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Frequently asked
How much does a veterinarian make in California?
The median veterinarian salary in California is $158,950 per year (BLS OEWS May 2024). Most earn between $79,710 and $239,200 or more annually.
What is the hourly wage for a veterinarian in California?
The mean hourly wage for veterinarians in California is $80.91 per hour.
Where does California rank for veterinarian pay?
California ranks #1 of 48 states by median veterinarian salary, with about 8,510 veterinarians employed.