Veterinarians Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $100,370 -20% vs national
Median hourly $48.26
10th percentile $62,400
90th percentile $169,110
Employed locally 100
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,400
    25th
    $78,650
    50th (median)
    $100,370
    75th
    $133,590
    90th
    $169,110

    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

    Related occupations in Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $74,720
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $55,470
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,520
    Medical Records Specialists $46,600
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $60,370
    Nurse Practitioners $129,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Northeast Iowa is $48.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.58 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Northeast Iowa is 20% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $62,400 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,650.