Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $133,580 | $132,782 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $64.22 | $63.84 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $133,580.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in Illinois is $133,580, or about $64.22 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. Illinois is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,330 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $133,580, Illinois offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.