Veterinarians Salary in Des Moines, IA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA

Median annual salary $105,500 -15.9% vs national
Median hourly $50.72
10th percentile $64,140
90th percentile $161,150
Employed locally 240
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $64,140
    25th
    $91,390
    50th (median)
    $105,500
    75th
    $154,250
    90th
    $161,150

    Des Moines economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,209 2023 • Census ACS
    Veterinarians salary vs area income 125% Median Veterinarians salary is 25% 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
    Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD $162,930
    California $158,950
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $157,860
    District of Columbia $153,200
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $137,970
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $134,820

    Related occupations in Des Moines, IA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,120
    Pharmacy Technicians $43,610
    Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other $47,630
    Medical Records Specialists $52,370
    Physical Therapists $98,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Des Moines?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Des Moines, IA is $50.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $82.49 or more per hour.

    Is Des Moines above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Des Moines, IA is 15.9% 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 Des Moines?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $64,140 per year in Des Moines, IA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $91,390.