Healthcare Wisconsin (WI) Rank #26 of 50

Veterinarian Salary in Wisconsin

The median veterinarian salary in Wisconsin is $97,064 per year, which is 6% below the national median of $103,260.

Median Salary
$97,064
vs National
$-6,196
State Rank
#26 of 50
Cost of Living
92%

Veterinarian Salary in Wisconsin by Experience

In Wisconsin, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $63,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,700 per year. The cost of living index in Wisconsin is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$63,920
$-4,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,700
$-6,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$145,700
$-9,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Wisconsin

Percentile WI Salary
10th Percentile $61,288
25th Percentile $75,576
Median (50th) $97,064
75th Percentile $126,336
90th Percentile $163,748

Major Cities for Veterinarians in Wisconsin

The largest employment areas for veterinarians in Wisconsin include Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and Kenosha. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Milwaukee, WI
Metro area for veterinarian employment
Madison, WI
Metro area for veterinarian employment
Green Bay, WI
Metro area for veterinarian employment
Kenosha, WI
Metro area for veterinarian employment
Racine, WI
Metro area for veterinarian employment

How to Become a Veterinarian in Wisconsin

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Wisconsin has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

DiagnosisSurgeryPharmacologyAnimal HandlingClient CommunicationRadiology

Job Outlook in Wisconsin

Nationally, veterinarian employment is projected to grow 19% over the next decade (much faster than average). Wisconsin's demand may vary based on local industry trends.