Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
In Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA), the median pay for veterinary technologists and technicians is $29.45 an hour ($61,260 a year). About 1,170 people work in this job there.
That is 29% higher than the U.S. median ($47,380). It is 3% higher than the Washington median ($59,740).
Pay range for veterinary technologists and technicians in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.73 | $49,360 |
| 25% of workers | $27.61 | $57,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.45 | $61,260 |
| 75% of workers | $33.61 | $69,900 |
| 90% of workers | $37.53 | $78,060 |
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (this page) | $61,260 | 1,170 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $61,070 | 50 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $60,830 | 40 |
| Bellingham | $59,360 | 100 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $59,260 | 90 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $57,720 | 90 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $57,100 | 170 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $61,500 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,640 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $105,200 |
| Phlebotomists | $49,900 |
| Surgical Technologists | $79,900 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $55,700 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $61,320 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $78,170 |
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