Veterinary Assistant Salary in Rhode Island
Latest data from BLS OEWS May 2024
Median salary
$48,050
per year · $21.18/hr
Typical range
$32,950–$48,630
10th–90th percentile
vs. US average
+23%
US avg $39,024
Salary percentiles in Rhode Island
10th
$32,950
25th
$36,860
Median
$48,050
75th
$48,360
90th
$48,630
Annual wage estimates, BLS OEWS May 2024. “+” denotes wages at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200).
Employment & demand
360
Veterinary Assistants employed in Rhode Island
#1/51
State rank by median pay
0.97
Location quotient (job concentration vs. US)
102 veterinary practices in Rhode Island
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Frequently asked
How much does a veterinary assistant make in Rhode Island?
The median veterinary assistant salary in Rhode Island is $48,050 per year (BLS OEWS May 2024). Most earn between $32,950 and $48,630 annually.
What is the hourly wage for a veterinary assistant in Rhode Island?
The mean hourly wage for veterinary assistants in Rhode Island is $21.18 per hour.
Where does Rhode Island rank for veterinary assistant pay?
Rhode Island ranks #1 of 51 states by median veterinary assistant salary, with about 360 veterinary assistants employed.