Healthcare Bellevue, WA Pop. 151,854

Veterinarian Salary in Bellevue, Washington

The median veterinarian salary in Bellevue, WA is $161,086 per year, which is 56.0% above the national median and 31.1% above the Washington state average.

City Median
$161,086
vs State Avg
+$38,207
vs National
+$57,826
Cost of Living
152%

Veterinarian Salary in Bellevue by Experience

In Bellevue, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $106,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $241,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 152% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$106,080
+$38,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$163,800
+$58,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$241,800
+$86,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bellevue, WA

Percentile Bellevue
10th Percentile $101,712
25th Percentile $125,424
Median (50th) $161,086
75th Percentile $209,664
90th Percentile $271,752

Veterinarian Salary in Other Washington Cities

Seattle, WA
$156,955
Pop. 737,015
Tacoma, WA
$117,716
Pop. 219,346
Vancouver, WA
$109,456
Pop. 190,915
Spokane, WA
$99,130
Pop. 228,989

How to Become a Veterinarian in Bellevue

Education

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