California
Veterinary Jobs in California
Open veterinary jobs in California, with what each role pays here. Prices in California run at 110.7% of the US average (BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024). Vet techs here earned a median $60,630 in May 2025, #2 of 51 states (BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025).
What each role pays in California
| Role | Median | Hourly | Buying power | Employed | Open jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Technician | $60,630 | $29.15 | $54,760 | 11,310 | 0 |
| Veterinarian | $163,920 | $78.81 | $148,049 | 9,170 | 0 |
| Veterinary Assistant | $46,260 | $22.24 | $41,781 | 16,080 | 0 |
| Client Service Representative | $44,100 | $21.20 | $39,830 | 82,470 | 0 |
| Practice Manager | — | — | — | — | 0 |
| Relief Veterinarian | — | — | — | — | 0 |
Practice managers: national median $69,919 (VHMA 2025). Relief pay is set per shift. Client service uses the all-industry receptionist figure.
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Sources
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025, released May 15, 2026
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024, released Feb 19, 2026
- VHMA 2025 Compensation & Benefits Survey, as reported by Animal Health News, survey released Dec 18, 2025
BLS figures are employer-reported wages for all workers in the occupation (credentialed or not), before bonuses and benefits. Annual pay assumes 2,080 hours. Buying power = median pay ÷ (state price level ÷ 100).