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Veterinarians salary in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Virginia Beach 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$105,870
Mean annual$120,320
Range (10th to 90th)$46,680 to $163,570
Virginia Beach, Virginia employment460
State vs national-13.8% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Virginia Beach veterinarians fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$46,68025TH$81,540MEDIAN$105,87075TH$149,03090TH$163,570

The middle 50% of workers earn between $81,540 and $149,030, with a median of $105,870.

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 Virginia Beach metro compares to other major Virginia metro areas for veterinarians.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Veterinarians in Virginia Beach, Virginia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Veterinarians in the Virginia Beach metropolitan area is $105,870.
Does Virginia Beach pay more than the Virginia state average for Veterinarians?
The Virginia Beach metro median is -14.7% versus the Virginia state median of $124,110.
How does Virginia Beach compare to the national median for Veterinarians?
The Virginia Beach metro median is -13.8% versus the BLS national figure of $122,859.
What is the salary range for Veterinarians in Virginia Beach?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $46,680 and the 90th-percentile at $163,570 for the Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach 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.