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Veterinary Technologists and Technicians Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Veterinary Technologists and Technicians make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,630
Median Annual Salary
▲
+10.1% vs 2024
$61,400
Mean Salary
$60,630
Median Salary
$29.15
Hourly Rate
11,310 people work as Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California earn a median salary of $60,630 per year ($5,052/month).
This is 30.2% above the national average of $46,559.
California ranks #2 out of 51 states for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians pay.
Approximately 11,310 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 10.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.75
Reading Comprehension
3.62
Speaking
3.62
Writing
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
4.14
Customer and Personal Service
4.13
Biology
3.99
English Language
3.98
Mathematics
3.45
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(41.2% of workers)
Salary Range: Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California
Salaries for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California range from $48,240 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $75,860 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $51,570 and $64,100.
Median $60,630
P10: $48,240P25: $51,570P75: $64,100P90: $75,860
10th
$48,240
25th
$51,570
Median
$60,630
75th
$64,100
90th
$75,860
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$48,240
$23.19
$4,020
25th Percentile
$51,570
$24.79
$4,297
Median (50th)
$60,630
$29.15
$5,052
75th Percentile
$64,100
$30.82
$5,341
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$75,860
$36.47
$6,321
Note: The mean (average) salary of $61,400 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#2
California ranks #2 of 51 states
$46,559
National avg. for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
How much do Veterinary Technologists and Technicians make in California?
The median annual salary for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California is $60,630 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $61,400.
What is the salary range for a Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California?
Salaries for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California range from $48,240 at the 10th percentile to $75,860 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $51,570 and $64,100.
What is the starting salary for a Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California?
Entry-level Veterinary Technologists and Technicians positions in California typically start around $48,240 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $51,570 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 11,310 people are employed as Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in California is approximately $29.15 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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