Veterinarians
Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, inspect livestock, or care for pets and companion animals.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Veterinarians to increase by 9.4% between 2024 and 2034, from 91,100 to 99,600 jobs. Its estimate of 3,100 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($130,100), education (Doctoral or professional degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
91,100
Projected employment (2034)
99,600
Projected change (2024–2034)
9%
Annual openings (projected average)
3,100
Pay & Preparation
$130,100
Doctoral or professional degree
None
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (4.12/5) • Active Listening (4.12/5) • Active Learning (4/5) • Speaking (3.88/5) • Critical Thinking (3.88/5) • Science (3.88/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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