Veterinarians pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for veterinarians is $50.79 an hour ($105,630 a year). About 1,020 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($130,100). Alabama ranks 41st of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.46 | $65,430 |
| 25% of workers | $45.82 | $95,310 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.79 | $105,630 |
| 75% of workers | $65.72 | $136,690 |
| 90% of workers | $82.83 | $172,290 |
Veterinarians pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $112,230 | 130 |
| Birmingham | $106,890 | 310 |
| Montgomery | $102,700 | 90 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $101,060 | 60 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $98,990 | 30 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinarians
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $272,610 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $36,590 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $35,800 |
| Registered Nurses | $77,080 |
| Pharmacists | $134,630 |
| Physical Therapists | $97,290 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $66,150 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $73,660 |
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