How much does a veterinarian make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for veterinarians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $74.21 an hour or $12,860 a month.
- Hourly
- $74.21
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 32 of 283
- Jobs in the area
- 1,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,360 | $38.15 | |
| 25th | $126,300 | $60.70 | |
| Median | $154,400 | $74.21 | |
| 75th | $197,900 | $95.15 | |
| 90th | $271,800 | $130.66 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for veterinarians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinarian make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $74.21 ($154,400 a year).
Do veterinarians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $154,400 against $130,100 nationally, 19% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $134,500, so Washington pays 15% more.
Where does Washington rank for veterinarian pay?
32 of 283 metro areas with data.
How much does a veterinarian make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $79,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $271,800 or more.
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.