Veterinary Careers in Texas

Salary, licensing, CE requirements, and regulatory guide for veterinary professionals in Texas

$124,440 Median DVM Salary
17/yr CE Required (annual)
6,350 Licensed DVMs
low Lyme Risk

Salary Overview

Veterinarian (DVM) Salary in Texas

Mean Salary $133,380
Median Salary $124,440
10th Percentile $72,180
90th Percentile $211,900

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. Texas employs approximately 6,350 veterinarians.

Veterinary Technician Salary in Texas

Mean Salary $42,920
Median Salary $41,420
10th Percentile $30,130
90th Percentile $58,260

Cost of Living Context

Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX: 108% of national average (8% above avg)
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX: 104% of national average (4% above avg)
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX: 102% of national average (2% above avg)
San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX: 99% of national average (1% below avg)
El Paso, TX: 87% of national average (13% below avg)
Lubbock, TX: 84% of national average (16% below avg)
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX: 82% of national average (18% below avg)
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Continuing Education Requirements

DVM CE Hours 17/yr
Cycle annual
Max Online 5 hrs
Vet Tech CE 10/yr

Mandatory Topics: 2 hrs opioid abuse/controlled substance

Board: Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners

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Disease & Vaccination Landscape

Rabies

Required

Accepts triennial vaccination

Lyme Disease

low risk

Leptospirosis

moderate prevalence (South-Central)

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average veterinarian salary in Texas?

The average veterinarian salary in Texas is $133,380 per year. The median salary is $124,440, with salaries ranging from $72,180 (10th percentile) to $211,900 (90th percentile).

How many CE hours do veterinarians need in Texas?

DVMs in Texas must complete 17/yr of continuing education on a annual basis. Mandatory topics include: 2 hrs opioid abuse/controlled substance.

Neighboring States

Arkansas →Louisiana →New Mexico →Oklahoma →

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This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Regulations change — always verify with your state veterinary board.

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