Veterinarians pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for veterinarians is $77.43 an hour ($161,060 a year). About 1,480 people work in this job there.
That is 24% higher than the U.S. median ($130,100). It is 6% higher than the Arizona median ($152,020).
Pay range for veterinarians in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.70 | $82,580 |
| 25% of workers | $61.94 | $128,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $77.43 | $161,060 |
| 75% of workers | $100.52 | $209,080 |
| 90% of workers | $146.46 | $304,630 |
Veterinarians pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $161,060 | 1,480 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $152,020 | 50 |
| Tucson | $131,540 | 250 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $301,270 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $46,390 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $38,710 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $259,320 |
| Pediatricians, General | $233,950 |
| Registered Nurses | $100,830 |
| Pharmacists | $144,490 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,220 |
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