Veterinary Technologist salary
From 23 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 29-2056: Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Veterinary Technologist H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 23 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Veterinary Technologist jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 29-2056, Veterinary Technologists and Technicians). The median base salary is $49,920, 59% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $45,864 and $53,872.
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | – | 0 |
| Level II · Qualified | – | 0 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $54,184 | 11 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
What a Veterinary Technologist does
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.
Typical tasks
- Administer anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
- Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
- Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books.
- Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, or feces, such as urinalyses or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
- Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Restrain animals during exams or procedures.
Preparation
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Veterinary Technologists and Technicians), the median annual wage was $47,380 in May 2025, with 129,140 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $49,920, 5% higher.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $45,090 | $35,710 |
| 25th percentile | $45,864 | $38,910 |
| Median | $49,920 | $47,380 |
| 75th percentile | $53,872 | $57,650 |
| 90th percentile | $59,024 | $63,180 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $45,090 |
| 25th | $45,864 |
| 50th (median) | $49,920 |
| 75th | $53,872 |
| 90th | $59,024 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Veterinary Technologist make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Veterinary Technologist jobs is $49,920 (23 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $45,864 and $53,872.
Do H-1B Veterinary Technologists earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($49,920) is 5% higher than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($47,380, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.