How much does a veterinary technologist and technician make in Richmond?
$53,220a year
Median yearly pay for veterinary technologist and technicians in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $25.59 an hour or $4,435 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.59
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 45 of 312
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,200Median: $53,220Highest 10%: $71,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,200 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $47,960 | $23.06 | |
| Median | $53,220 | $25.59 | |
| 75th | $62,510 | $30.05 | |
| 90th | $71,750 | $34.50 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for veterinary technologist and technicians.
| Washington, DC | $57,630 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $53,060 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $51,960 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $48,370 |
| Roanoke, VA | $46,970 |
| Staunton, VA | $46,280 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $46,030 |
| Kingsport, TN | $41,530 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Cardiologist | $450,500 |
| Psychiatrist | $290,900 |
| Physician | $284,100 |
| Surgeon | $259,300 |
| Physician | $240,200 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $235,300 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $224,200 |
| Dentist | $218,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $208,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary technologist and technician make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $25.59 ($53,220 a year).
Do veterinary technologist and technicians make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $53,220 against $47,380 nationally, 12% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $52,090, so Richmond pays 2% more.
Where does Richmond rank for veterinary technologist and technician pay?
45 of 312 metro areas with data.
How much does a veterinary technologist and technician make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,200 or less a year; the top 10% make $71,750 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.