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Veterinarian Salary in New Zealand

Veterinarians diagnose and treat the health conditions of animals. The New Zealand median is $119,183 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$119,183
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,961
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$119,183
Manukau, NZ
Hourly (national)
$57.30
varies by city

Veterinarian salary by city in New Zealand

CityPer year
Manukau, NZ$119,183
Hamilton, NZ$119,183
Tauranga, NZ$119,183
Dunedin, NZ$119,183
Lower Hutt, NZ$119,183
Wellington, NZ$89,243
Auckland, NZ$84,061
Christchurch, NZ$74,849

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a veterinarian make in New Zealand?
The national median veterinarian salary in New Zealand is about $207,000 per year ($17,300 per month). Across 8 cities, pay ranges from about $130,000 to $207,000.
Which New Zealand city pays veterinarians the most?
Manukau, NZ pays the most at about $207,000 per year.
Which New Zealand city pays veterinarians the least?
Among cities we cover, Christchurch, NZ is on the lower end at about $130,000 per year for a veterinarian.
What is the typical salary range for a veterinarian in New Zealand?
Across New Zealand cities we cover, veterinarian pay commonly spans from about $91,800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $282,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many New Zealand cities have veterinarian salary data?
Pay by Role publishes veterinarian pay for 8 cities in New Zealand, all shown in NZD.
Is veterinarian in demand in New Zealand?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +19% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.