Veterinarian Salary in Denver, CO
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$125,693
Hourly Rate
$60.43
/hour
Jobs in Area
86
employed
Veterinarian Salary Range in Denver, CO
Annual Salary Range
$79k
10th percentile
$104k
25th
$154k
75th
$180k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $79,231 | $38.09 |
| 25th Percentile | $103,616 | $49.82 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $125,693 | $60.43 |
| 75th Percentile | $153,861 | $73.97 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $179,534 | $86.31 |
| Average (Mean) | $134,318 | $64.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Veterinarian salary in Denver, CO is $125,693 per year or $60.43 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Denver, CO Compares
vs National Average
$119,240
vs Colorado Average
$126,625
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$106,160
Cost of living in Denver, CO is 18.4% above the national average.
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