Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for veterinary technologists and technicians is $17.59 an hour ($36,590 a year). About 1,880 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($47,380). Alabama ranks 49th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinary technologists and technicians in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.74 | $28,590 |
| 25% of workers | $14.52 | $30,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.59 | $36,590 |
| 75% of workers | $18.72 | $38,940 |
| 90% of workers | $23.59 | $49,060 |
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile | $37,590 | 130 |
| Tuscaloosa | $37,270 | 60 |
| Huntsville | $37,140 | 280 |
| Birmingham | $37,100 | 530 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $37,080 | 140 |
| Decatur | $35,980 | 60 |
| Montgomery | $30,520 | 140 |
| Dothan | $30,210 | 50 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $29,520 | 40 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinary technologists and technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 13,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $36,100 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $60,700 |
| Surgical Technologists | $49,420 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,220 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $37,810 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $35,800 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $47,650 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $57,030 |
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