Veterinarians Salary in Chico, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chico, CA

Median annual salary $156,030 +24.3% vs national
Median hourly $75.02
10th percentile $80,140
90th percentile —
Employed locally 70
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $80,140
    25th
    $102,520
    50th (median)
    $156,030
    75th
    $207,880

    Chico economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,574 2023 • Census ACS
    Veterinarians salary vs area income 228% Median Veterinarians salary is 128% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Veterinarians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $187,990
    Napa, CA $179,080
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $175,050
    Salinas, CA $168,330
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $165,060
    Anchorage, AK $164,220

    Nearby metros — Veterinarians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $187,990
    Napa, CA $179,080
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $175,050
    Salinas, CA $168,330
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $163,380
    Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA $162,040

    Related occupations in Chico, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $141,720
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $70,020
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,770
    Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other $52,200
    Pharmacists $171,200
    Physical Therapists $131,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Chico?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Chico, CA is $75.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $119.11 or more per hour.

    Is Chico above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Chico, CA is 24.3% above the national median of $125,510. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Veterinarians in Chico?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $80,140 per year in Chico, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $102,520.