Veterinarian Salary in Sacramento, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$125,365
Hourly Rate
$60.27
/hour
Jobs in Area
80
employed
Veterinarian Salary Range in Sacramento, CA
Annual Salary Range
$82k
10th percentile
$104k
25th
$152k
75th
$180k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $82,474 | $39.65 |
| 25th Percentile | $103,703 | $49.86 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $125,365 | $60.27 |
| 75th Percentile | $152,014 | $73.08 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $179,929 | $86.50 |
| Average (Mean) | $137,300 | $66.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Veterinarian salary in Sacramento, CA is $125,365 per year or $60.27 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Sacramento, CA Compares
vs National Average
$119,240
vs California Average
$118,840
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$105,172
Cost of living in Sacramento, CA is 19.2% above the national average.
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