Veterinarians pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton
In Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA), the median pay for veterinarians is $66.78 an hour ($138,900 a year). About 1,540 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($130,100). It is about the same as the Massachusetts median ($140,260).
Pay range for veterinarians in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.01 | $83,230 |
| 25% of workers | $59.95 | $124,690 |
| Half of workers (median) | $66.78 | $138,900 |
| 75% of workers | $85.54 | $177,920 |
| 90% of workers | $135.14 | $281,100 |
Veterinarians pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town | $164,060 | 100 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $163,630 | 60 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton (this page) | $138,900 | 1,540 |
| Worcester | $130,950 | 250 |
| Springfield | $128,750 | 80 |
| Pittsfield | $127,910 | 30 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $229,870 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $50,970 |
| Pediatricians, General | $221,170 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,790 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $243,230 |
| Registered Nurses | $106,180 |
| Physical Therapists | $103,550 |
| Pharmacists | $139,660 |
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