How much does a veterinarian make in Arizona?
$152,000a year
Median yearly pay for veterinarians in Arizona. That is $73.09 an hour or $12,670 a month.
- Hourly
- $73.09
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,080
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,990Median: $152,000Highest 10%: $263,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,990 | $39.42 | |
| 25th | $125,200 | $60.20 | |
| Median | $152,000 | $73.09 | |
| 75th | $205,000 | $98.57 | |
| 90th | $263,000 | $126.44 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $161,100 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | $152,000 |
| Tucson, AZ | $131,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinarians.
| 2. Maryland | $163,200 |
| 3. Washington | $160,500 |
| 4. New Jersey | $160,100 |
| 5. Arizona | $152,000 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $140,300 |
| 7. District of Columbia | $134,500 |
| 8. Illinois | $133,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinarian make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $73.09 ($152,000 a year).
Do veterinarians make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $152,000 against $130,100 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Arizona rank for veterinarian pay?
Arizona ranks 5 of 49 states.
Which city in Arizona pays veterinarians the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $161,100 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.