Veterinary Assistants
In Iowa, veterinary assistants earned a median $35,720 a year ($17.18 an hour) in May 2025, according to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. That's 6% below the national median of $38,150. The middle 80% earned between $29,440 and $47,220. With Iowa prices at 87.8% of the US average (BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024), that median buys about what $40,701 would nationally: #15 of 51 states for buying power. About 1,380 people work in this occupation in Iowa. Nationally, BLS projects 9.1% job growth from 2025 to 2035 and about 23,200 openings a year (BLS Employment Projections 2025–35, Table 1.10).
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Maplewood Veterinary Center is hiring a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and…
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Frey Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue…
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Veterinary Assistant Petersen Pet Hospital is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable…
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Source: Greenhouse careers page · posted 32 days agoIs this your job? Request removal
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$17.18 an hour
10th to 90th percentile
Rank #15 of 51
All states
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).
