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Salary Guide

Veterinarian Salary in New Zealand

Based on 592 job listings - 2026

Average salary
$100,491 - $101,466
Median salary
$100,491 - $101,466
Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$28K
25th percentile$35K
Median$100K
75th percentile$101K
90th percentile$117K

50% of professionals earn between $35,400 - $101,466 NZD

The median salary is $100,491

Top cities

Auckland106 job openings
Wellington59 job openings
Hamilton27 job openings
Te Awamutu27 job openings
Palmerston North22 job openings

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Veterinarian

592 job openings

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The average salary for a Veterinarian in New Zealand is NZD 100,491 - NZD 101,466 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 100,979 per year, based on 592 active job listings.

The cities with the most Veterinarian job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Palmerston North. Auckland leads with 106 job openings.

Explore 592 Veterinarian job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.