Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $49,050 | $47,593 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.58 | $22.88 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $45,083.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinary Technician in New Jersey is $49,050, or about $23.58 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinary Technicians is $47,593. New Jersey is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level veterinary technicians in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,910 veterinary technician jobs on record and a median salary of $49,050, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.