Veterinarians Salary in North Carolina
Veterinarians in North Carolina earn a median of $129,240 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $129,240
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($130,100)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,940
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,650; the top 10% earn over $209,340. Nationally the range is $73,920 to $215,700.
States ranked near North Carolina
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Veterinarians pay in North Carolina
How much do veterinarians make in North Carolina?
The median is $129,240 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,650 and the top 10% earn over $209,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for veterinarians?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 49 (−1% vs. the national median of $130,100). Living costs are not included.