Veterinarians Salary in Colorado Springs, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Colorado Springs, CO

Median annual salary $103,930 -17.2% vs national
Median hourly $49.96
10th percentile $63,070
90th percentile $176,020
Employed locally 320
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,070
    25th
    $83,330
    50th (median)
    $103,930
    75th
    $129,950
    90th
    $176,020

    Colorado Springs economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,180 2023 • Census ACS
    Veterinarians salary vs area income 119% Median Veterinarians salary is 19% 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
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $162,930
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $161,880
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $159,130
    Chico, CA $156,030
    District of Columbia $153,200

    Related occupations in Colorado Springs, CO

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $89,210
    Pharmacy Technicians $47,870
    Physical Therapists $99,830
    Speech-Language Pathologists $104,600
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $66,190
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians $47,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Colorado Springs?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Colorado Springs, CO is $49.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $97.47 or more per hour.

    Is Colorado Springs above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Colorado Springs, CO is 17.2% below 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 Colorado Springs?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $63,070 per year in Colorado Springs, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $83,330.