Veterinarians pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for veterinarians is $63.33 an hour ($131,720 a year). About 1,010 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($130,100). It is 2% higher than the Oregon median ($128,880).
Pay range for veterinarians in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.23 | $83,670 |
| 25% of workers | $50.29 | $104,610 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.33 | $131,720 |
| 75% of workers | $78.88 | $164,060 |
| 90% of workers | $105.24 | $218,900 |
Veterinarians pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Medford | $135,740 | 80 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $131,720 | 1,010 |
| Salem | $130,330 | 120 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $125,310 | 150 |
| Bend | $119,020 | 140 |
| Corvallis | $119,020 | 60 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $333,860 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,690 |
| Registered Nurses | $130,310 |
| Pharmacists | $168,830 |
| Physical Therapists | $106,250 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $107,650 |
| Physician Assistants | $163,810 |
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