Healthcare Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Veterinarian Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median veterinarian salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $88,804 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median

$88,804

vs State Avg

$-6,195

vs National

$-14,456

Cost of Living

86%

Veterinarian Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $58,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $133,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,480

$-9,520 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$90,300

$-14,700 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$133,300

$-21,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile	Winston-Salem	NC State	National
10th Percentile	$56,072	$59,984	$65,200
25th Percentile	$69,144	$73,968	$80,400
Median (50th)	$88,804	$94,999	$103,260
75th Percentile	$115,584	$123,648	$134,400
90th Percentile	$149,812	$160,264	$174,200

Veterinarian Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Veterinarian in Winston-Salem

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.