Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Veterinarian Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median veterinarian salary in Aurora, IL is $100,162 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$100,162
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,098
Cost of Living
95%

Veterinarian Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $65,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $150,350 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,960
$-2,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$101,850
$-3,150 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$150,350
$-4,650 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $63,244
25th Percentile $77,988
Median (50th) $100,162
75th Percentile $130,368
90th Percentile $168,974

Veterinarian Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$113,586
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$112,553
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$89,836
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$86,738
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Veterinarian in Aurora

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois 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.