Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,540 | $47,593 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.82 | $22.88 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $46,824.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinary Technician in Massachusetts is $49,540, or about $23.82 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinary Technicians is $47,593. Massachusetts is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level veterinary technicians in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,990 veterinary technician jobs on record and a median salary of $49,540, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.