How much does a Veterinary Assistant make?
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/ yrThe estimated total pay for a Veterinary Assistant is $37,716 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $35,898 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $1,818 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.
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For Assistant Veterinary Technician
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What is the total pay trajectory for Assistant Veterinary Technician?
| Job Title | Salary |
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| Assistant Veterinary Technician | $38,949 /yr |
| Senior Veterinary Technician | $44,538 /yr |
| Veterinary Technician IV | $46,869 /yr |
Top Paying Companies
For a Veterinary Assistant in United States
Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Veterinary Assistant in United States. Employers include Amazon, Starbucks and PetWow.
Top Paying Companies
For Veterinary Assistant in United States
| 1 | Amazon | $41,675 | |
| 2 | Starbucks | $41,391 | |
| 3 | PetWow | $41,192 | |
| 4 | AZPetVet | $40,734 | |
| 5 | San Francisco SPCA | $40,639 | |
| 6 | Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital | $40,279 | |
| 7 | National Veterinary Associates | $40,106 | |
| 8 | MSPCA Angell | $39,649 | |
| 9 | VetIQ Petcare | $39,544 | |
| 10 | Red Bank Veterinary Hospital | $39,409 |
For Assistant Veterinary Technician
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What is the total pay trajectory for Assistant Veterinary Technician?
| Job Title | Salary |
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| Assistant Veterinary Technician | $38,949 /yr |
| Senior Veterinary Technician | $44,538 /yr |
| Veterinary Technician IV | $46,869 /yr |
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The top 5 paying industries for a Veterinary Assistant in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $41,675, Restaurants & Food Service with a median total pay of $41,391, Agriculture with a median total pay of $39,409, Media & Communication with a median total pay of $38,822, and Personal Consumer Services with a median total pay of $38,433.
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What is the pay outlook for Healthcare?
Healthcare jobs, already in high demand, are expected to grow extensively to meet the increased need from an aging population. Careers in this industry are diverse, though most require additional training and pay above-average wages. Despite fewer opportunities for remote work than other professions, healthcare jobs can be found nearly everywhere, including both rural and urban settings. While careers in healthcare offer high job security, they also often involve long hours, including evening and weekend shift work, particularly for those just starting their career.
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Veterinary Assistant pay FAQ
The national average salary for a Veterinary Assistant is $35,898 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Veterinary Assistant salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 6179 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Veterinary Assistant employees.
The highest salary for a Veterinary Assistant in United States is $49,848 per year.
The lowest salary for a Veterinary Assistant in United States is $25,852 per year.
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