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

Veterinary Technician Salary in Washington

Median Annual in Washington
$59,740/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$28.72/hr
▲ 26% above U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Washington

groups Employed in WA
2,290
public U.S. Median
$47,380
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$55,825 #2 of 51

Veterinary Technician pay in Washington, explained

Veterinary technicians in Washington earn a median of $59,740 per year ($28.72 per hour), which is 26% above the national median of $47,380. Entry-level workers earn around $46,390, while the most experienced veterinary technicians reach about $77,300. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Washington.

Is $59,740 good pay in Washington?

Adjusted for Washington's cost of living (which runs 107% of the U.S. average), that $59,740 is worth about $55,825 in national buying power — ranking Washington #2 for real pay (vs #3 on the sticker number).

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Veterinary Technician pay by experience in Washington

Entry level (10th pct)
$46,390
$22.30/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$59,740
$28.72/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$77,300
$37.16/hr

Veterinary Technician pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs WA
Washington (here) $59,740 $55,825
Oregon $55,810 $53,995 +$3,930
Idaho $42,120 $44,107 +$17,620

Veterinary Technician in Washington: FAQ

How much do veterinary technicians make in Washington?

Veterinary technicians in Washington earn a median of $59,740 per year ($28.72 per hour), compared with $47,380 nationally.

Does Washington pay veterinary technicians well?

At $59,740, Washington pays 26% above the national median for veterinary technicians. An estimated 2,290 work in the state.

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