SOC 29-1131 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Veterinarians — Arizona
Arizona nonmetropolitan area · 3 metro areas compared
In Arizona, AZ the median wage for Veterinarians is $161,410 a year, which is 24.1% higher than the national figure of $130,100.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
In Arizona, AZ the median wage for Veterinarians is $161,410 a year, which is 24.1% higher than the national figure of $130,100. The middle half of workers in this occupation earn between $112,130 and $205,030. The lowest tenth earn under $74,310, while the highest tenth earn more than $205,030.
The area has 120 jobs in this occupation, which works out to 1.2 of every thousand jobs. Within the state, Phoenix records the highest median at $161,060. Of the 318 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 7th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,310 | −42.9% |
| 25th | $112,130 | −13.8% |
| Median (50th) | $161,410 | +24.1% |
| 75th | $205,030 | +57.6% |
| 90th | $205,030 | +57.6% |
| Mean | $153,760 | +18.2% |
Other metro areas in Arizona
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phoenix | $161,060 | 1,480 | |
| 2 | Prescott Valley | $152,020 | 50 | |
| 3 | Tucson | $131,540 | 250 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Arizona sit close to the national average, so $161,410 is worth roughly its face value against pay elsewhere.
Published median
$161,410as reported by BLSLocal price level
100.7US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$160,288US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $161,410 a year, 24.1% above the national median.
- Published pay spans $74,310 to $205,030 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 120 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Phoenix, at $161,060.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Veterinarians in Arizona, AZ?
The median annual wage is $161,410, or $77.60 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $130,100, so pay in Arizona, AZ is 24.1% higher. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Arizona, AZ earns more than $205,030 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $74,310 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Phoenix, at $161,060 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 120 jobs in this occupation in Arizona, AZ. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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