Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $160,140 | $132,782 | +21% |
| Median hourly wage | $76.99 | $63.84 | +21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $147,188.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in New Jersey is $160,140, or about $76.99 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. New Jersey is +21% above the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,910 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $160,140, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.