Veterinary Assistant Salary in California
Latest data from BLS OEWS May 2024
Median salary
$45,470
per year · $22.36/hr
Typical range
$37,230–$58,550
10th–90th percentile
vs. US average
+17%
US avg $39,024
Salary percentiles in California
10th
$37,230
25th
$38,380
Median
$45,470
75th
$48,540
90th
$58,550
Annual wage estimates, BLS OEWS May 2024. “+” denotes wages at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200).
Employment & demand
14,960
Veterinary Assistants employed in California
#3/51
State rank by median pay
1.12
Location quotient (job concentration vs. US)
3,228 veterinary practices in California
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Frequently asked
How much does a veterinary assistant make in California?
The median veterinary assistant salary in California is $45,470 per year (BLS OEWS May 2024). Most earn between $37,230 and $58,550 annually.
What is the hourly wage for a veterinary assistant in California?
The mean hourly wage for veterinary assistants in California is $22.36 per hour.
Where does California rank for veterinary assistant pay?
California ranks #3 of 51 states by median veterinary assistant salary, with about 14,960 veterinary assistants employed.