Veterinarians pay in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
In Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN), the median pay for veterinarians is $76.06 an hour ($158,200 a year). About 1,470 people work in this job there.
That is 22% higher than the U.S. median ($130,100). It is 19% higher than the Minnesota median ($133,110).
Pay range for veterinarians in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.62 | $86,560 |
| 25% of workers | $58.62 | $121,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $76.06 | $158,200 |
| 75% of workers | $81.01 | $168,490 |
| 90% of workers | $105.21 | $218,830 |
Veterinarians pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (this page) | $158,200 | 1,470 |
| Mankato | $134,110 | 50 |
| Rochester | $130,000 | 70 |
| Duluth | $126,650 | 90 |
| St. Cloud | $121,400 | 60 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $378,730 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $59,090 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $330,200 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,910 |
| Registered Nurses | $103,040 |
| Pharmacists | $160,990 |
| Physical Therapists | $102,450 |
| Occupational Therapists | $93,600 |
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