Veterinarian Salary in Illinois
Latest data from BLS OEWS May 2024
Median salary
$128,290
per year · $75.94/hr
Typical range
$64,760–$239,200+
10th–90th percentile
vs. US average
-6%
US avg $137,120
Salary percentiles in Illinois
10th
$64,760
25th
$99,890
Median
$128,290
75th
$178,790
90th
$239,200+
Annual wage estimates, BLS OEWS May 2024. “+” denotes wages at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200).
Employment & demand
2,950
Veterinarians employed in Illinois
#14/48
State rank by median pay
0.93
Location quotient (job concentration vs. US)
1,179 veterinary practices in Illinois
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Frequently asked
How much does a veterinarian make in Illinois?
The median veterinarian salary in Illinois is $128,290 per year (BLS OEWS May 2024). Most earn between $64,760 and $239,200 or more annually.
What is the hourly wage for a veterinarian in Illinois?
The mean hourly wage for veterinarians in Illinois is $75.94 per hour.
Where does Illinois rank for veterinarian pay?
Illinois ranks #14 of 48 states by median veterinarian salary, with about 2,950 veterinarians employed.