Healthcare Tuscaloosa, AL Pop. 101,129

Veterinarian Salary in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The median veterinarian salary in Tuscaloosa, AL is $90,869 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$90,869
vs State Avg
+$1,033
vs National
$-12,391
Cost of Living
88%

Veterinarian Salary in Tuscaloosa by Experience

In Tuscaloosa, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $59,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $136,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$59,840
$-8,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,400
$-12,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$136,400
$-18,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tuscaloosa, AL

Percentile Tuscaloosa
10th Percentile $57,376
25th Percentile $70,752
Median (50th) $90,869
75th Percentile $118,272
90th Percentile $153,296

Veterinarian Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$94,999
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$92,934
Pop. 197,575
Montgomery, AL
$88,804
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$87,771
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Veterinarian in Tuscaloosa

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Tuscaloosa and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

DiagnosisSurgeryPharmacologyAnimal HandlingClient CommunicationRadiology

Job Outlook

Nationally, veterinarian employment is projected to grow 19% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Tuscaloosa may vary based on local industry and population growth.