Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| California | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,630 | $47,593 | +27% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.15 | $22.88 | +27% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,770.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinary Technician in California is $60,630, or about $29.15 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinary Technicians is $47,593. California is +27% above the national median.
Entry-level veterinary technicians in California typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 11,310 veterinary technician jobs on record and a median salary of $60,630, California offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.