Vet assistant: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Vet assistant make in United States of America?

$51,000/ Annual
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The average Vet assistant in United States of America is $51,000 per year or $25.81 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $40,300 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $80,375 per year.

Median$51,000

Low$40,300

High$80,375

Vet assistant: Average Salary in United States of America

California$52,010

New York$50,996

Washington$50,317

Massachusetts$49,685

Wyoming$48,926

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