Careers · Veterinarians · District of Columbia
Veterinarians in District of Columbia
Veterinarians diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in animals, ranging from pets and livestock to wildlife. They work in private clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, government agencies, and farms In District of Columbia the median pay is $134,530 a year, 3% above the national median of $130,100.
$134,530median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$132,520–$193,860middle half earn
190employed in District of Columbia
$130,100U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia
403open roles like this on employer career sites, 4 in District of Columbia or remote
6employers hiring
32posted in the last 7 days
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What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold doct.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningActive LearningSpeakingScienceCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision Making
Knowledge areas
BiologyMedicine and DentistryCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageMathematics (knowledge)Education and Training
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Veterinarians.
Licenses and training in District of Columbia
Veterinarians pay in other states
California · $163,920Maryland · $163,170Washington · $160,510New Jersey · $160,140Arizona · $152,020Massachusetts · $140,260Illinois · $133,580Pennsylvania · $133,520Minnesota · $133,110New York · $131,830
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against veterinarians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against veterinarians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 29-1131.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.