Veterinarians pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for veterinarians is $59.78 an hour ($124,350 a year). About 1,730 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($130,100). Tennessee ranks 33rd of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $47.36 | $98,500 |
| 25% of workers | $50.43 | $104,890 |
| Half of workers (median) | $59.78 | $124,350 |
| 75% of workers | $72.97 | $151,770 |
| 90% of workers | $80.72 | $167,900 |
Veterinarians pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $126,230 | 500 |
| Chattanooga | $125,790 | 190 |
| Memphis | $125,130 | 310 |
| Johnson City | $122,580 | 50 |
| Knoxville | $121,160 | 260 |
| Clarksville | $111,400 | 70 |
| Morristown | $106,950 | 30 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $105,090 | 70 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $301,290 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $36,320 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $42,810 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $232,220 |
| Pediatricians, General | $176,210 |
| Registered Nurses | $81,500 |
| Pharmacists | $133,390 |
| Physical Therapists | $100,140 |
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