Veterinarian Salary in Utah: $130,498 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median veterinarian pay sits at $130,498/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1131. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $133,025 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: West Jordan ($129,673), West Valley City ($129,466), Sandy ($129,207).
In 2026, the average median salary for veterinarians in Utah is projected to be $130,499, which is approximately 5.0% lower than the national median of $137,334. The highest paying city in the state is West Jordan, where veterinarians can expect to earn $136,883, while Logan offers the lowest salaries at $109,244. This $27,639 salary gap between these cities can be attributed to factors such as local cost of living, demand for veterinary services, and the concentration of both urban and rural clients. Utah's state licensing requirements demand a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and successful completion of national and state exams, ensuring that veterinarians are well qualified to practice. Additionally, a growing population and a strong pet ownership culture drive the demand for veterinary services, contributing to an annual growth rate of 5.56% in employment opportunities. The total number of employed veterinarians in the state stands at 898, with other top-paying cities including West Valley City at $136,664, Sandy at $136,391, South Jordan at $135,612, and Draper at $134,375. Overall, the job market for veterinarians in Utah remains steady, with positive projections for continued growth in the coming years.
Utah Veterinarian Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $64,677 (lowest entry-level) to $228,337 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah veterinarians earn 4.98% less than the national median ($-6,836/year difference).
Utah Veterinarian Salary Distribution (2026)
Veterinarian salaries in Utah range from $79,537 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $216,850 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $130,498. The Utah median is $6,836 below the US national median of $137,334. The average hourly rate is $62.74/hr. Approximately 898 veterinarians are employed across 41 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$88,460
2025 BLS Actual
$123,625
2026 Current Est.
$130,498
2019–2027 Growth
+55.7%
Salary Trajectory for Veterinarians in Utah (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.56% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $88,460 | Actual |
| 2020 | $95,818 | Actual |
| 2021 | $100,369 | Actual |
| 2022 | $101,607 | Actual |
| 2023 | $115,048 | Actual |
| 2024 | $117,771 | Actual |
| 2025 | $123,625 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $130,498 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $137,754 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median veterinarian salary grew 39.8% from $88,460 (2019) to $123,625 (2025). At a 5.56% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $137,754 by 2027 — a total increase of $49,294 (55.72%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Utah metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.56% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Utah
Lowest Paying Cities in Utah
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Logan | $109,244 |
| Clinton | $124,579 |
| North Ogden | $125,197 |
| Park City | $125,552 |
| Payson | $126,524 |
Best Value Cities for Veterinarians in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for veterinarians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Jordan | $136,883 | 98.1 | $139,534 |
| West Valley City | $136,664 | 98.1 | $139,311 |
| Sandy | $136,391 | 98.1 | $139,033 |
| South Jordan | $135,612 | 98.1 | $138,239 |
| Draper | $134,375 | 98.1 | $136,978 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $79,537 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $130,498 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $216,850 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Utah metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 41 Cities in Utah
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Jordan | $136,883 |
| 2 | West Valley City | $136,664 |
| 3 | Sandy | $136,391 |
| 4 | South Jordan | $135,612 |
| 5 | Draper | $134,375 |
| 6 | Layton | $133,937 |
| 7 | Holladay | $133,416 |
| 8 | Spanish Fork | $133,395 |
| 9 | American Fork | $133,113 |
| 10 | Saratoga Springs | $132,967 |
| 11 | Cedar City | $132,925 |
| 12 | Provo | $132,647 |
| 13 | Cottonwood Heights | $132,476 |
| 14 | Midvale | $132,476 |
| 15 | Roy | $132,423 |
| 16 | Tooele | $132,329 |
| 17 | Herriman | $132,284 |
| 18 | St. George | $131,632 |
| 19 | Taylorsville | $131,312 |
| 20 | Orem | $131,251 |
| 21 | Kaysville | $131,116 |
| 22 | Murray | $130,936 |
| 23 | Syracuse | $130,918 |
| 24 | Washington | $130,875 |
| 25 | Salt Lake City | $130,388 |
| 26 | Millcreek | $130,139 |
| 27 | Lehi | $130,010 |
| 28 | Ogden | $129,564 |
| 29 | Bountiful | $129,297 |
| 30 | Clearfield | $128,690 |
| 31 | Pleasant Grove | $128,607 |
| 32 | Springville | $127,813 |
| 33 | Eagle Mountain | $127,760 |
| 34 | Riverton | $127,624 |
| 35 | Vineyard | $127,416 |
| 36 | Highland | $126,787 |
| 37 | Payson | $126,524 |
| 38 | Park City | $125,552 |
| 39 | North Ogden | $125,197 |
| 40 | Clinton | $124,579 |
| 41 | Logan | $109,244 |
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Written by Dr. Alice Nguyen, DVM
Career Analyst
Dr. Alice Nguyen has 10 years of experience in veterinary medicine. She specializes in small animal surgery. She currently works at a suburban veterinary clinic.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.56% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 veterinarian compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more veterinarianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.56%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for veterinarians (SOC 29-1131).
Compiled and verified by Dr. Alice Nguyen, DVM, a licensed veterinarian with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov