Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $124,350 | $132,782 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $59.78 | $63.84 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $135,310.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in Tennessee is $124,350, or about $59.78 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. Tennessee is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,730 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $124,350, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.