Healthcare Lowell, MA Pop. 115,554

Veterinarian Salary in Lowell, Massachusetts

The median veterinarian salary in Lowell, MA is $116,684 per year, which is 13.0% above the national median and 21% below the Massachusetts state average.

City Median
$116,684
vs State Avg
$-30,978
vs National
+$13,424
Cost of Living
105%

Veterinarian Salary in Lowell by Experience

In Lowell, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $76,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $175,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$76,840
+$8,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$118,650
+$13,650 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$175,150
+$20,150 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lowell, MA

Percentile Lowell
10th Percentile $73,676
25th Percentile $90,852
Median (50th) $116,684
75th Percentile $151,872
90th Percentile $196,846

Veterinarian Salary in Other Massachusetts Cities

Cambridge, MA
$173,477
Pop. 118,403
Boston, MA
$165,216
Pop. 675,647
Worcester, MA
$121,847
Pop. 206,518
Springfield, MA
$109,456
Pop. 155,929

How to Become a Veterinarian in Lowell

Education

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