verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Veterinarian Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$160,510/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$77.17/hr
▲ 23% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
2,390
public U.S. Median
$130,100
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$149,991 #3 of 49

Veterinarian pay in Washington, explained

Veterinarians in Washington earn a median of $160,510 per year ($77.17 per hour), which is 23% above the national median of $130,100. Entry-level workers earn around $97,140, while the most experienced veterinarians reach about $265,600. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $160,510 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $160,510 is worth about $149,991 in national buying power — ranking Washington #3 for real pay (vs #3 on the sticker number).

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Veterinarian pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$97,140
$46.70/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$160,510
$77.17/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$265,600
$127.69/hr

Veterinarian pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $160,510 $149,991
Oregon $128,880 $124,689 +$31,630
Idaho $116,170 $121,652 +$44,340

Veterinarian in Washington: FAQ

How much do veterinarians make in Washington?

Veterinarians in Washington earn a median of $160,510 per year ($77.17 per hour), compared with $130,100 nationally.

Does Washington pay veterinarians well?

At $160,510, Washington pays 23% above the national median for veterinarians. An estimated 2,390 work in the state.

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