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Veterinarians salary in Hartford, Connecticut

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Hartford metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$131,480
Mean annual$142,080
Range (10th to 90th)$77,420 to $224,630
Hartford, Connecticut employment310
State vs national+7.0% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Hartford veterinarians fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$77,42025TH$90,050MEDIAN$131,48075TH$162,72090TH$224,630

The middle 50% of workers earn between $90,050 and $162,720, with a median of $131,480.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Doctoral or professional degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Biology

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5

  • Medicine and Dentistry

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.

  2. 02

    Inoculate animals against various diseases, such as rabies or distemper.

  3. 03

    Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries.

  4. 04

    Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis.

  5. 05

    Operate diagnostic equipment, such as radiographic or ultrasound equipment, and interpret the resulting images.

  6. 06

    Educate the public about diseases that can be spread from animals to humans.

  7. 07

    Counsel clients about the deaths of their pets or about euthanasia decisions for their pets.

  8. 08

    Specialize in a particular type of treatment, such as dentistry, pathology, nutrition, surgery, microbiology, or internal medicine.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Veterinarians in Hartford, Connecticut?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Veterinarians in the Hartford metropolitan area is $131,480.
Does Hartford pay more than the Connecticut state average for Veterinarians?
The Hartford metro median is +0.6% versus the Connecticut state median of $130,700.
How does Hartford compare to the national median for Veterinarians?
The Hartford metro median is +7.0% versus the BLS national figure of $122,859.
What is the salary range for Veterinarians in Hartford?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $77,420 and the 90th-percentile at $224,630 for the Hartford metro area.
What education is required for Veterinarians?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Hartford CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.