Veterinarians pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for veterinarians is $60.86 an hour ($126,590 a year). About 2,670 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($130,100). Georgia ranks 24th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $32.07 | $66,710 |
| 25% of workers | $49.56 | $103,080 |
| Half of workers (median) | $60.86 | $126,590 |
| 75% of workers | $74.65 | $155,270 |
| 90% of workers | $80.59 | $167,620 |
Veterinarians pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $128,980 | 1,610 |
| Rome | $124,530 | 30 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $123,320 | 120 |
| Gainesville | $122,040 | 50 |
| Albany | $121,900 | 30 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $120,110 | 140 |
| Savannah | $116,480 | 120 |
| Warner Robins | $108,370 | 50 |
| Columbus | $99,840 | 60 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $266,880 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $425,460 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $35,850 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $43,060 |
| Registered Nurses | $93,550 |
| Pharmacists | $137,120 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,700 |
| Physician Assistants | $115,390 |
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