Salary distribution
Where Wisconsin veterinarians fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $96,990 and $127,640, with a median of $104,440.
Veterinarians in Wisconsin: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 13 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $100,000. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 5 | $120,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 1 | $70,720 |
| Level III — experienced | 2 | $111,000 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Veterinarians in Wisconsin. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin System | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR | 4 | $60,337 |
| Town and Country Veterinary Clinic of Fond Du Lac LLC | Associate Veterinarian | 1 | $110,000 |
| Madison Veterinary Specialists SC | Emergency Veterinarian | 1 | $124,000 |
| Coco's Heart Dog Rescue | Veterinarian | 1 | $130,000 |
| eGenesis, Inc. | Advanced Reproductive Technology Veterinarian | 1 | $130,500 |
| AH South Milwaukee, Inc. | Associate Veterinarian | 1 | $120,000 |
| Apple Valley Animal Health Inc. | Associate DVM | 1 | $79,000 |
| David G Menard, DVM | Associate Veterinarian | 1 | $100,000 |
| Shelter from the Storm Animal Rescue Inc | Veterinarian | 1 | $70,720 |
| Clark County Humane Society, Inc. | Veterinarian | 1 | $98,000 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Associate Veterinarian at Town and Country Veterinary Clinic of Fond Du Lac LLC$110,000Fond Du LacDecided Nov 18, 2025I-200-25314-394565
- ASSISTANT PROFESSOR at University of Wisconsin System$174,700MADISONDecided Nov 14, 2025I-203-25309-378013
- Emergency Veterinarian at Madison Veterinary Specialists SC$124,000MadisonWage Level IIIDecided Aug 12, 2025I-200-25217-222731
- Veterinarian at Coco's Heart Dog Rescue$130,000SomersetWage Level IDecided Jun 9, 2025I-200-25153-039595
- Advanced Reproductive Technology Veterinarian at eGenesis, Inc.$130,500Mount HorebWage Level IDecided Jun 4, 2025I-200-25148-026489
- Associate Veterinarian at AH South Milwaukee, Inc.$120,000Oak CreekWage Level IDecided May 23, 2025I-200-25136-986355
- Postgraduate Trainee 1 at University of Wisconsin System$75,000MADISONDecided May 16, 2025I-200-25129-958206
- Associate DVM at Apple Valley Animal Health Inc.$79,000AppletonWage Level IDecided May 13, 2025I-200-25126-942752
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Veterinarians pay by experience level in Wisconsin
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Veterinarians in Wisconsin, by industry
Median offered wage across 11 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $115,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Town and Country Veterinary Clinic of Fond Du Lac LLC | 6 | $115,000 |
| Education | University of Wisconsin System | 4 | $60,337 |
| Nonprofit and civic | Clark County Humane Society, Inc. | 1 | $98,000 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Wisconsin over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.7 / 5
Biology
Knowledge
- 4.7 / 5
Medicine and Dentistry
Knowledge
- 4.5 / 5
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
- 4.1 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 4.1 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.
- 02
Inoculate animals against various diseases, such as rabies or distemper.
- 03
Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries.
- 04
Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis.
- 05
Operate diagnostic equipment, such as radiographic or ultrasound equipment, and interpret the resulting images.
- 06
Educate the public about diseases that can be spread from animals to humans.
- 07
Counsel clients about the deaths of their pets or about euthanasia decisions for their pets.
- 08
Specialize in a particular type of treatment, such as dentistry, pathology, nutrition, surgery, microbiology, or internal medicine.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+9.6%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Growing faster than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Veterinarians in Wisconsin?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Veterinarians in Wisconsin is $104,440.
- How does Wisconsin compare to the national median for Veterinarians?
- The Wisconsin median is -15.0% versus the BLS national figure of $122,859.
- What is the salary range for Veterinarians in Wisconsin?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $76,340 and the 90th-percentile at $162,600, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Veterinarians a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 9.6% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- 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.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates 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.