Veterinarian Jobs in Massachusetts
Across 107 live Veterinarian listings in Massachusetts, median advertised pay is $185K (75th percentile $316K), based on the 85 that state a salary; Massachusetts ranks 20th of 47 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Vetco Clinics (22), Lap of Love (16), PETCO Animal Supplies Stores (10).
107+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of November 3, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 85 roles pay ~$185k median with 5.7/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
DVM Student Externship - Vineyard Veterinary Clinic
Alliance Animal HealthEdgartown, MA
Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner
Alliance Animal HealthMilford, MA
Lead Shelter & Community Clinic Veterinarian
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Needham, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldNeedham, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Medford, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldMedford, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Topsfield, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldIpswich, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Plymouth, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldPlymouth, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Revere, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldRevere, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Great Barrington, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldGreat Barrington, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Swampscott, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldSwampscott, MA
Senior Associate Veterinarian - Dentistry
Bond VetEmployer score · SilverBoston, MA
Hospital Medical Leader (Veterinarian)
PETCO Animal Supplies StoresMedford, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Falmouth, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldFalmouth, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - Norfolk, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldNorfolk, MA
Vetco Relief Veterinarian - East Longmeadow, MA
Vetco ClinicsEmployer score · GoldEast Longmeadow, MA
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Veterinarian Pay in Massachusetts: Live Market and State Comparison
Live veterinarian listings in Massachusetts today, then Massachusetts against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 107
- Live median
- $185k
- 75th $316k · n=85
- 12-mo median
- $141k
- Pay rank
- #20 of 47
- Work-life
- 4.3/10 · #31
- 12-mo postings
- 284
Veterinarian pay in Massachusetts sits level with the $139k median across the 47 states we can measure, where Alaska leads at $254k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs MA | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts (this page) | $141k | — | 4.3/10 | 284 |
| Alaska#1 | $254k | +$113k | 5.8/10 | 23 |
| Hawaii#2 | $207k | +$66k | 4.3/10 | 16 |
| Vermontborders | $163k | +$22k | 5.3/10 | 27 |
| Connecticutborders | $144k | +$2k | 4.4/10 | 153 |
| New Yorkborders | $142k | +$1k | 4.1/10 | 590 |
| Rhode Islandborders | $134k | −$8k | 3.7/10 | 42 |
| New Hampshireborders | $130k | −$11k | 4.8/10 | 109 |
“borders” = shares a border with Massachusetts; “#n” = national pay rank among the 47 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Nov 3, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Vetco Clinics (22), Lap of Love (16), PETCO Animal Supplies Stores (10)
- Sign-on & loan repayment:
- 32% state a sign-on bonus · 14% offer loan repayment (of 107 live listings on this page)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100), BetterHelp (gold, 93/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Veterinarian jobs in Massachusetts.
How much do veterinarian earn in Massachusetts?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of veterinarian. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid veterinarian jobs available?
Some veterinarian roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which veterinarian jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every veterinarian role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 85% with no on-call and 40% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring veterinarian in Massachusetts right now?
Employers currently hiring for veterinarian roles include Vetco Clinics, Alliance Animal Health, MSPCA-Angell, Bond Vet, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many veterinarian jobs in Massachusetts are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 107 veterinarian positions in Massachusetts listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Veterinarian Jobs in Massachusetts
- Vetco Clinics22 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Lap of Love16 open roles here · WLB 40/100PETCO Animal Supplies Stores10 open roles here · WLB 65/100
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)10 open roles here · WLB 21/100
- MSPCA-Angell6 open roles here · WLB 74/100
Small Door Veterinary6 open roles here · WLB 71/100
Bond Vet4 open roles here · WLB 75/100Alliance Animal Health3 open roles here · WLB 51/100