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Senior Veterinarian

Average Senior Veterinarian Salary

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$96,596
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$70k
MEDIAN
$97k
90%
$137k

The average salary for a Senior Veterinarian is $96,596 in 2025

Base Salary
$70k - $137k
Bonus
$970 - $27k
Profit Sharing
$304 - $30k
Commission
$4k - $50k
Total Pay
$72k - $150k
Based on 2,736 salary profiles (last updated Nov 08 2023)
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3.7 out of 5
(172)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Veterinarian

Medical
72%
Dental
52%
Vision
45%
None
27%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Veterinarians

Female
77.9%
Male
20.4%
Prefer to self-define
1.7%
This data is based on 697 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Veterinarians

What is the highest pay for Senior Veterinarians?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Veterinarian is $137k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Veterinarians?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Veterinarian is $70k / year

How can Senior Veterinarians increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Veterinarian is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Veterinarian that oversees more junior Senior Veterinarians, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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