Veterinary Assistant Salary in New York
Latest data from BLS OEWS May 2024
Median salary
$43,150
per year · $20.82/hr
Typical range
$36,210–$51,170
10th–90th percentile
vs. US average
+11%
US avg $39,024
Salary percentiles in New York
10th
$36,210
25th
$37,610
Median
$43,150
75th
$46,070
90th
$51,170
Annual wage estimates, BLS OEWS May 2024. “+” denotes wages at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200).
Employment & demand
5,680
Veterinary Assistants employed in New York
#9/51
State rank by median pay
0.80
Location quotient (job concentration vs. US)
1,508 veterinary practices in New York
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Frequently asked
How much does a veterinary assistant make in New York?
The median veterinary assistant salary in New York is $43,150 per year (BLS OEWS May 2024). Most earn between $36,210 and $51,170 annually.
What is the hourly wage for a veterinary assistant in New York?
The mean hourly wage for veterinary assistants in New York is $20.82 per hour.
Where does New York rank for veterinary assistant pay?
New York ranks #9 of 51 states by median veterinary assistant salary, with about 5,680 veterinary assistants employed.