Healthcare Albuquerque, NM Pop. 564,559

Veterinarian Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The median veterinarian salary in Albuquerque, NM is $96,032 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 2.2% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$96,032
vs State Avg
+$2,065
vs National
$-7,228
Cost of Living
95%

Veterinarian Salary in Albuquerque by Experience

In Albuquerque, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $63,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $144,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,240
$-4,760 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$97,650
$-7,350 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$144,150
$-10,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Albuquerque, NM

Percentile Albuquerque
10th Percentile $60,636
25th Percentile $74,772
Median (50th) $96,032
75th Percentile $124,992
90th Percentile $162,006

Veterinarian Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$111,521
Pop. 87,505
Rio Rancho, NM
$92,934
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$88,804
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$82,608
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Veterinarian in Albuquerque

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Albuquerque may vary based on local industry and population growth.