Average Veterinarian Salary in Georgia

Healthcare · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Veterinarian in Georgia earns $116,600 per year, which is below the national average of $119,100. This translates to approximately $56.06 per hour, $4,485 biweekly, or $9,717 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Georgia is 7% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$87,400	$42.02
Average (50th)	$116,600	$56.06
Experienced (75th)	$134,100	$64.47
Top Earners (90th)	$151,600	$72.88

Veterinarian Salary by City in Georgia

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Atlanta	$125,900	$10,492/mo
Augusta	$118,900	$9,908/mo
Savannah	$114,300	$9,525/mo
Athens	$110,800	$9,233/mo
Macon	$108,400	$9,033/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Healthcare
Typical Education	Doctoral degree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	19% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	1%-5.75% (6 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$7.25/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.93 (-7% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Georgia

Major employers hiring Veterinarians in Georgia include Home Depot, UPS, Delta Air Lines, Coca-Cola, and Aflac. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for healthcare professionals.

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