Veterinarians Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $83,990 -33.1% vs national
Median hourly $40.38
10th percentile $45,920
90th percentile $157,560
Employed locally 70
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,920
    25th
    $61,800
    50th (median)
    $83,990
    75th
    $110,140
    90th
    $157,560

    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 Southwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $74,360
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,530
    Nurse Practitioners $133,220
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,540
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $67,370
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $61,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Southwest Iowa is $40.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $78.75 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Iowa above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Southwest Iowa is 33.1% 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $45,920 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,800.