Healthcare Spokane, WA Pop. 228,989

Veterinarian Salary in Spokane, Washington

The median veterinarian salary in Spokane, WA is $99,130 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 19.3% below the Washington state average.

City Median
$99,130
vs State Avg
$-23,749
vs National
$-4,130
Cost of Living
92%

Veterinarian Salary in Spokane by Experience

In Spokane, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $65,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,280
$-2,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$100,800
$-4,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,800
$-6,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Spokane, WA

Percentile Spokane
10th Percentile $62,592
25th Percentile $77,184
Median (50th) $99,130
75th Percentile $129,024
90th Percentile $167,232

Veterinarian Salary in Other Washington Cities

Bellevue, WA
$161,086
Pop. 151,854
Seattle, WA
$156,955
Pop. 737,015
Tacoma, WA
$117,716
Pop. 219,346
Vancouver, WA
$109,456
Pop. 190,915

How to Become a Veterinarian in Spokane

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Spokane 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 Spokane may vary based on local industry and population growth.