Healthcare Aurora, CO Pop. 386,261

Veterinarian Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median veterinarian salary in Aurora, CO is $110,488 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$110,488
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$7,228
Cost of Living
105%

Veterinarian Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $72,760, while experienced professionals earn up to $165,850 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$72,760
+$4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$112,350
+$7,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$165,850
+$10,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $69,764
25th Percentile $86,028
Median (50th) $110,488
75th Percentile $143,808
90th Percentile $186,394

Veterinarian Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$134,238
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$117,716
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$111,521
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$105,325
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Veterinarian in Aurora

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado 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 Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.