Salary data

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.

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