Veterinarians Salary in Napa, CA

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

Median annual salary $179,080 +42.7% vs national
Median hourly $86.10
10th percentile $123,480
90th percentile —
Employed locally 30
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $123,480
    25th
    $137,520
    50th (median)
    $179,080
    75th
    $222,960

    Napa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $108,970 2023 • Census ACS
    Veterinarians salary vs area income 164% Median Veterinarians salary is 64% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Veterinarians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $187,990
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $175,050
    Salinas, CA $168,330
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $165,060
    Anchorage, AK $164,220
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $163,380

    Nearby metros — Veterinarians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $187,990
    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
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $161,370

    Related occupations in Napa, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Psychiatric Technicians $83,960
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $81,820
    Pharmacy Technicians $81,310
    Pharmacists $203,950
    Recreational Therapists $107,810
    Emergency Medical Technicians $49,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Napa?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Napa, CA is $86.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $128.87 or more per hour.

    Is Napa above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Napa, CA is 42.7% 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 Napa?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $123,480 per year in Napa, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $137,520.