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Veterinarians salary in Richmond, Virginia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Richmond 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$117,640
Mean annual$132,640
Range (10th to 90th)$58,120 to $205,390
Richmond, Virginia employment410
State vs national-4.2% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Richmond veterinarians fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$58,12025TH$94,210MEDIAN$117,64075TH$160,48090TH$205,390

The middle 50% of workers earn between $94,210 and $160,480, with a median of $117,640.

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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Other metros in Virginia

How the Richmond metro compares to other major Virginia metro areas for veterinarians.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Veterinarians in Richmond, Virginia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Veterinarians in the Richmond metropolitan area is $117,640.
Does Richmond pay more than the Virginia state average for Veterinarians?
The Richmond metro median is -5.2% versus the Virginia state median of $124,110.
How does Richmond compare to the national median for Veterinarians?
The Richmond metro median is -4.2% versus the BLS national figure of $122,859.
What is the salary range for Veterinarians in Richmond?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $58,120 and the 90th-percentile at $205,390 for the Richmond 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 Richmond 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.