Veterinary assistant salary in United States
How much does a Veterinary Assistant make in the United States?
Average base salary
$17.47
Average $17.47
Low $12.88
High $23.69
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
The average salary for a veterinary assistant is $17.47 per hour in the United States. 13.8k salaries reported, updated at November 25, 2023
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Salaries by years of experience in the United States
| Years of experience | Per hour |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | |
| 1 to 2 years | |
| 3 to 5 years | |
| 6 to 9 years | |
| More than 10 years |
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Top companies for Veterinary Assistants in United States
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Highest paying cities for Veterinary Assistants near United States
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Where can a Veterinary Assistant earn more?
Compare salaries for Veterinary Assistants in different locations
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Veterinary Assistants
Top licenses
Veterinary Technician CertificationMore critical skills and qualifications that pay well
| Top Licenses | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 jobs | 998 |
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Most common benefits for Veterinary Assistants
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Pet insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction
Based on 3,664 ratings29% of Veterinary Assistants in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?
Veterinary Technician
Job openingsAverage $21.04 per hour
Kennel Technician
Job openingsAverage $12.89 per hour
Kennel Assistant
Job openingsAverage $13.39 per hour
Animal Caretaker
Job openingsAverage $14.49 per hour
Veterinary Receptionist
Job openingsAverage $16.13 per hour
Animal Technician
Job openingsAverage $17.07 per hour
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Common questions about salaries for a Veterinary Assistant
How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a veterinary assistant?
If you’re unsure about what salary is appropriate for a veterinary assistant, you can visit Indeed's Salary Calculator to get a free, personalized pay range based on your location, industry and experience.
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Do veterinary technicians get paid more than veterinary assistants?
Veterinary technicians typically receive a higher salary than veterinary assistants as they have further studies and different duties.
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What states pay the most for veterinary assistants?
Refer to the salary page for the latest information on what states pay the highest for veterinary assistants.
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