Veterinarians Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $105,300 -16.1% vs national
Median hourly $50.63
10th percentile $61,260
90th percentile $182,310
Employed locally 90
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,260
    25th
    $75,570
    50th (median)
    $105,300
    75th
    $129,370
    90th
    $182,310

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $100,070
    Physical Therapists $105,300
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $65,900
    Pharmacy Technicians $48,190
    Family Medicine Physicians $317,690
    Nurse Practitioners $132,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Northwest Colorado is $50.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $94.35 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Northwest Colorado is 16.1% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $61,260 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,570.