Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New York | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $131,830 | $132,782 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.38 | $63.84 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $122,178.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in New York is $131,830, or about $63.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. New York is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in New York typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,390 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $131,830, New York offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.