Veterinarians pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for veterinarians is $78.45 an hour ($163,170 a year). About 1,430 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($130,100). Maryland ranks 2nd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $50.02 | $104,030 |
| 25% of workers | $63.96 | $133,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $78.45 | $163,170 |
| 75% of workers | $91.08 | $189,450 |
| 90% of workers | $103.35 | $214,960 |
Veterinarians pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $162,930 | 700 |
| Lexington Park | $159,990 | 50 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $212,080 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $260,410 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $47,350 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $44,770 |
| Pediatricians, General | $181,640 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $451,620 |
| Registered Nurses | $99,790 |
| Pharmacists | $138,990 |
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