Veterinarian Salary in New Jersey
Based on 2K+ workers in New Jersey
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: June 2026
Median Annual Salary (NJ)
$160,140
$76.99/hr
vs National Average
$124,944
+28.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$104K – $275K
2K employed in New Jersey
Salary Distribution — Veterinarian in New Jersey
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $103,720 |
| 25th percentile | $126,480 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $160,140 |
| 75th percentile | $202,930 |
| 90th percentile | $274,850 |
Historical Salary Trend — Veterinarian in New Jersey vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $128,130 |
| 2023 | $132,970 |
| 2024 | $148,550 |
| 2025 | $160,140 |
| Year | New Jersey Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $128,130 | $103,756 |
| 2023 | $132,970 | $112,674 |
| 2024 | $148,550 | $118,465 |
| 2025 | $160,140 | $124,944 |