Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in District of Columbia
Also called: Veterinary Assistants
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in District of Columbia earn a median of $49,080 a year, +29% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,080
- vs. U.S. median
- +29% ($38,150)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,570; the top 10% earn over $72,840. Nationally the range is $30,120 to $49,150.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
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- Ophthalmic Medical Technologists$55,920 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Veterinarians$134,530 median in District of Columbia
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay in District of Columbia
How much do veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers make in District of Columbia?
The median is $49,080 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,570 and the top 10% earn over $72,840. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 51 (+29% vs. the national median of $38,150). Living costs are not included.