Rhode Island
Veterinary Jobs in Rhode Island
Open veterinary jobs in Rhode Island, with what each role pays here. Prices in Rhode Island run at 102.3% of the US average (BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024). Vet techs here earned a median $45,310 in May 2025, #32 of 51 states (BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025).
What each role pays in Rhode Island
| Role | Median | Hourly | Buying power | Employed | Open jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Technician | $45,310 | $21.78 | $44,300 | 530 | 0 |
| Veterinarian | $126,570 | $60.85 | $123,749 | 430 | 0 |
| Veterinary Assistant | $49,770 | $23.93 | $48,661 | 380 | 0 |
| Client Service Representative | $42,620 | $20.49 | $41,670 | 4,270 | 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).