Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New York | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,010 | $47,593 | +24% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.37 | $22.88 | +24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,690.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinary Technician in New York is $59,010, or about $28.37 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinary Technicians is $47,593. New York is +24% above the national median.
Entry-level veterinary technicians in New York typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,350 veterinary technician jobs on record and a median salary of $59,010, New York offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.