Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Oregon
Also called: Veterinary Assistants
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Oregon earn a median of $44,370 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,370
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($38,150)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,170
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,480; the top 10% earn over $49,470. Nationally the range is $30,120 to $49,150.
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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay in Oregon
How much do veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers make in Oregon?
The median is $44,370 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $36,480 and the top 10% earn over $49,470. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 51 (+16% vs. the national median of $38,150). Living costs are not included.