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

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

How does experience change A Veterinary Technicians's salary?

A Veterinary Technicians's salary grows with experience: starting around $46,525 for beginners, reaching about $47,589 at mid-level, and approach $51,031 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Veterinary Technicians?

Veterinary Technicians salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Veterinary Technicians roles are District of Columbia $52,475, California $52,276, Massachusetts $51,580. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Veterinary Technicians roles make?

Salaries for Veterinary Technicians level roles vary by specialization: Obstetric Technicians: $330,343; Archaeological Field Technicians: $75,071; Respiratory Therapy Technicians: $63,283; Process Technicians: $59,826; Diesel Technicians: $54,785.

Veterinary Technicians Salary in Delaware

How much does a Veterinary Technicians make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Veterinary Technicians in Delaware is $48,105 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,588
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,297 to $53,592
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,829

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Veterinary Technicians Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,592	$4,466	$1,031	$26
Average	$48,105	$4,009	$925	$23
25th Percentile	$44,297	$3,691	$852	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Veterinary Technicians Salaries

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

How Experience Level Affects Veterinary Technicians Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Veterinary Technicians's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $46,525
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,791
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,589
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $49,891
Expert (over 8 years): $51,031

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Veterinary Technicians	$46,525
Intermediate Level Veterinary Technicians	$46,791
Senior Level Veterinary Technicians	$47,589
Specialist Level Veterinary Technicians	$49,891
Expert Level Veterinary Technicians	$51,031

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How Do Veterinary Technicians 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 Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,475.
California: $52,276.
Massachusetts: $51,580.

District of Columbia $52,475 California $52,276 Massachusetts $51,580 Washington $51,390 New Jersey $51,371 Alaska $51,305 Connecticut $50,651 New York $50,385

Hawaii $49,537 Rhode Island $49,139 Maryland $48,869 Minnesota $48,499 Colorado $48,357 Illinois $48,309 Oregon $48,129 Delaware $47,996

New Hampshire $47,913 Virginia $47,726 Pennsylvania $47,181 Nevada $46,906 North Dakota $46,816 Michigan $46,674 Wisconsin $46,622 Vermont $46,518

Texas $46,229 Maine $46,210 Arizona $46,181 Ohio $46,148 Georgia $45,712 Indiana $45,494 Wyoming $45,451 Utah $45,385

Iowa $45,357 Kansas $45,129 Louisiana $45,063 North Carolina $45,039 Missouri $45,030 Florida $44,845 Montana $44,745 Nebraska $44,650

Kentucky $44,598 South Carolina $44,409 Tennessee $44,290 Idaho $44,243 New Mexico $43,897 Oklahoma $43,821 Alabama $43,541 South Dakota $43,072

Arkansas $42,816 West Virginia $42,679 Mississippi $42,266

Top Paying Cities for Veterinary Technicians

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: $49,674
Little Creek: $49,215
Magnolia: $49,418

Lincoln, DE $49,674 Little Creek, DE $49,215 Magnolia, DE $49,418 Milford, DE $49,674 Marydel, DE $49,030 Millsboro, DE $49,674 Millville, DE $50,006 Milton, DE $49,674

Nassau, DE $49,674 Ocean View, DE $50,006 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,006 Seaford, DE $49,153 Selbyville, DE $50,006 Smyrna, DE $48,973 Viola, DE $49,418 Woodside, DE $49,276

Bear, DE $48,613 Newark, DE $48,632 Claymont, DE $48,669 Delaware City, DE $48,632 Hockessin, DE $48,669 Kirkwood, DE $48,632 Middletown, DE $48,873 Montchanin, DE $48,669

New Castle, DE $48,669 Odessa, DE $48,940 Port Penn, DE $48,499 Rockland, DE $48,669 Saint Georges, DE $48,632 Townsend, DE $48,869 Winterthur, DE $48,669 Lewes, DE $49,674

Wilmington, DE $48,669 Dover, DE $49,191 Dover Afb, DE $49,305 Bethany Beach, DE $50,006 Bethel, DE $49,153 Bridgeville, DE $49,674 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,243 Cheswold, DE $49,077

Clayton, DE $48,954 Dagsboro, DE $50,006 Delmar, DE $49,153 Ellendale, DE $49,674 Felton, DE $49,674 Fenwick Island, DE $50,006 Frankford, DE $50,006 Frederica, DE $49,674

Georgetown, DE $49,674 Greenwood, DE $49,674 Harbeson, DE $49,674 Harrington, DE $49,674 Hartly, DE $48,930 Houston, DE $49,674 Kenton, DE $48,954 Laurel, DE $49,153

Yorklyn, DE $48,669

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

Understanding how a Veterinary Technicians'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

$44,297

Average $48,105/year

$53,592

$3,691

Average $4,009/month

$4,466

$852

Average $925/week

$1,031

$21

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,592	$4,466	$1,031	$26
Average	$48,105	$4,009	$925	$23
25th Percentile	$44,297	$3,691	$852	$21

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