How much does a veterinarian make in Washington?
$160,500a year
Median yearly pay for veterinarians in Washington. That is $77.17 an hour or $13,380 a month.
- Hourly
- $77.17
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $97,140Median: $160,500Highest 10%: $265,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $97,140 | $46.70 | |
| 25th | $125,000 | $60.09 | |
| Median | $160,500 | $77.17 | |
| 75th | $197,400 | $94.89 | |
| 90th | $265,600 | $127.69 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $163,800 |
| Kennewick, WA | $163,500 |
| Olympia, WA | $158,900 |
| Bremerton, WA | $158,600 |
| Yakima, WA | $158,200 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $157,000 |
| Spokane, WA | $151,800 |
| Bellingham, WA | $149,800 |
| Portland, OR | $131,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinarians.
| 1. California | $163,900 |
| 2. Maryland | $163,200 |
| 3. Washington | $160,500 |
| 4. New Jersey | $160,100 |
| 5. Arizona | $152,000 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $140,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinarian make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $77.17 ($160,500 a year).
Do veterinarians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $160,500 against $130,100 nationally, 23% more.
Where does Washington rank for veterinarian pay?
Washington ranks 3 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays veterinarians the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $163,800 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.