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Veterinary Assistant

Average Veterinary Assistant with Medicine / Surgery Skills Hourly Pay at VCA Animal Hospital

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$16.00
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$12.16
MEDIAN
$16
90%
$19.76

The average hourly pay for a Veterinary Assistant is $16.00 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$12 - $20
Total Pay
$24k - $41k
Based on 13 salary profiles (last updated Dec 01 2024)
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What Do Veterinary Assistants Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Veterinary Assistant

Medical
50%
Dental
60%
Vision
60%
None
40%

Gender Breakdown for Veterinary Assistants

Female
81.8%
Male
18.2%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Veterinary Assistants

What is the highest pay for Veterinary Assistants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Veterinary Assistant is $19.76 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Veterinary Assistants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Veterinary Assistant is $12.16 / hour

How can Veterinary Assistants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Veterinary Assistant 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 Veterinary Assistant that oversees more junior Veterinary Assistants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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