Job Outlook

The average salary of veterinarians in May 2019 was $95,460. The bottom 10% of veterinarians in May 2019 made less than $58,080, while the top 10% of veterinarians earned more than $160,780.

Most veterinarians work more than 40 hours a week. Some veterinarians may have to respond to emergencies outside of their scheduled hours. Several veterinarians also work nights or weekends.

Veterinarian employment is expected to increase by 16% from 2019 to 2029. In May 2019, there were 89,200 veterinarians employed in the United States. In 2029, it is projected that there will be 103,400 veterinarians employed in the United States. This is an increase of 14,200 jobs. Job outlook for being a veterinarian is seen as very good.

According to U.S. News, veterinarian is #10 in the best jobs in America in 2021!

If you are looking for any further information:

https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/veterinarians.htm#tab-1

https://money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/the-100-best-jobs