What are the main factors that influence a Veterinary Assistant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Veterinary Assistant?

Veterinary Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Veterinary Assistant roles are District of Columbia $38,288, California $38,143, Massachusetts $37,634. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Veterinary Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Veterinary Assistant level roles vary by specialization: RVT or Veterinary assistant: $121,076; Veterinary Nursing Assistant: $47,395; Veterinary Technician Assistant: $47,395; Veterinary Nurse Assistant: $47,395; Veterinary Surgical Assistant: $47,395.

Veterinary Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Veterinary Assistant make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Veterinary Assistant in Delaware is $35,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Veterinary Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,928
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,281 to $42,338
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $22,073

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Veterinary Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,338	$3,528	$814	$20
Average	$35,100	$2,925	$675	$17
25th Percentile	$28,281	$2,357	$544	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Veterinary Assistant Salaries

A Veterinary Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Veterinary Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Veterinary Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,288.
California: $38,143.
Massachusetts: $37,634.

District of Columbia $38,288 California $38,143 Massachusetts $37,634 Washington $37,496 New Jersey $37,482 Alaska $37,434 Connecticut $36,957 New York $36,763

Hawaii $36,144 Rhode Island $35,853 Maryland $35,656 Minnesota $35,387 Colorado $35,283 Illinois $35,248 Oregon $35,117 Delaware $35,020

New Hampshire $34,959 Virginia $34,823 Pennsylvania $34,425 Nevada $34,225 North Dakota $34,159 Michigan $34,055 Wisconsin $34,017 Vermont $33,941

Texas $33,730 Maine $33,716 Arizona $33,696 Ohio $33,671 Georgia $33,353 Indiana $33,194 Wyoming $33,163 Utah $33,115

Iowa $33,094 Kansas $32,928 Louisiana $32,879 North Carolina $32,862 Missouri $32,855 Florida $32,720 Montana $32,648 Nebraska $32,579

Kentucky $32,541 South Carolina $32,402 Tennessee $32,316 Idaho $32,281 New Mexico $32,029 Oklahoma $31,973 Alabama $31,769 South Dakota $31,427

Arkansas $31,240 West Virginia $31,140 Mississippi $30,839

Top Paying Cities for Veterinary Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $36,244
Little Creek: $35,909
Magnolia: $36,057

Lincoln, DE $36,244 Little Creek, DE $35,909 Magnolia, DE $36,057 Milford, DE $36,244 Marydel, DE $35,774 Millsboro, DE $36,244 Millville, DE $36,486 Milton, DE $36,244

Nassau, DE $36,244 Ocean View, DE $36,486 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,486 Seaford, DE $35,864 Selbyville, DE $36,486 Smyrna, DE $35,732 Viola, DE $36,057 Woodside, DE $35,954

Bear, DE $35,470 Newark, DE $35,483 Claymont, DE $35,511 Delaware City, DE $35,483 Hockessin, DE $35,511 Kirkwood, DE $35,483 Middletown, DE $35,660 Montchanin, DE $35,511

New Castle, DE $35,511 Odessa, DE $35,708 Port Penn, DE $35,387 Rockland, DE $35,511 Saint Georges, DE $35,483 Townsend, DE $35,656 Winterthur, DE $35,511 Lewes, DE $36,244

Wilmington, DE $35,511 Dover, DE $35,891 Dover Afb, DE $35,974 Bethany Beach, DE $36,486 Bethel, DE $35,864 Bridgeville, DE $36,244 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,930 Cheswold, DE $35,808

Clayton, DE $35,719 Dagsboro, DE $36,486 Delmar, DE $35,864 Ellendale, DE $36,244 Felton, DE $36,244 Fenwick Island, DE $36,486 Frankford, DE $36,486 Frederica, DE $36,244

Georgetown, DE $36,244 Greenwood, DE $36,244 Harbeson, DE $36,244 Harrington, DE $36,244 Hartly, DE $35,701 Houston, DE $36,244 Kenton, DE $35,719 Laurel, DE $35,864

Yorklyn, DE $35,511

Veterinary Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Veterinary Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$28,281

Average $35,100/year

$42,338

$2,357

Average $2,925/month

$3,528

$544

Average $675/week

$814

$14

Average $17/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,338	$3,528	$814	$20
Average	$35,100	$2,925	$675	$17
25th Percentile	$28,281	$2,357	$544	$14

Veterinary Assistant Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Veterinary Assistant, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Horse Rider/Exerciser role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $64,791 - a projected growth of 85% over your current level.

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