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Salary Guide

Veterinarian Salary in New Zealand

Based on 436 job listings - 2026

Average salary
$100,000 - $101,627
Median salary
$100,000 - $101,627
Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$48K
25th percentile$60K
Median$100K
75th percentile$102K
90th percentile$117K

50% of professionals earn between $60,216 - $101,627 NZD

The median salary is $100,000

Top cities

Auckland46 job openings
Wellington24 job openings
Hamilton23 job openings
Te Awamutu21 job openings

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Veterinarian

436 job openings

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The average salary for a Veterinarian in New Zealand is NZD 100,000 - NZD 101,627 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 100,814 per year, based on 436 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 46 job openings.

Explore 436 Veterinarian job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.