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Veterinarian Salary in Iowa City, Iowa

The median veterinarian salary in Iowa City, IA is $98,097 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 6.7% above the Iowa state average.

City Median
$98,097
vs State Avg
+$6,196
vs National
$-5,163
Cost of Living
95%

Veterinarian Salary in Iowa City by Experience

In Iowa City, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $64,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$64,600
$-3,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$99,750
$-5,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,250
$-7,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Iowa City, IA

Percentile Iowa City
10th Percentile $61,940
25th Percentile $76,380
Median (50th) $98,097
75th Percentile $127,680
90th Percentile $165,490

Veterinarian Salary in Other Iowa Cities

Des Moines, IA
$94,999
Pop. 214,133
Cedar Rapids, IA
$90,869
Pop. 137,710
Davenport, IA
$88,804
Pop. 101,724
Sioux City, IA
$86,738
Pop. 85,797

How to Become a Veterinarian in Iowa City

Education

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