Veterinary Technologist and Technician Salary in Texas: $44,771 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Texas's 109 metropolitan areas, the average median veterinary technologist and technician pay sits at $44,771/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2056. Because Texas sits at BEA RPP 96.0 (4% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $46,636 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: San Marcos ($46,152), Round Rock ($45,416), Austin ($45,100).
In Texas, veterinary technologists and technicians will see an average median salary of $44,771 in 2026, which is approximately 10.4% lower than the national median of $49,986. The salary range varies significantly across the state, with San Marcos offering the highest average at $48,690, while Tomball presents the lowest at $36,355, highlighting a salary gap of $12,335. This disparity is influenced by factors such as the cost of living, demand for veterinary services, and local economy conditions. Texas has specific state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that can impact job responsibilities and earning potential. The overall demand for veterinary technicians continues to drive employment, with an anticipated annual growth rate of 5.50% from 2025. As of 2026, there are around 15,638 veterinary technologists and technicians employed in the state. The top five cities projected for the highest salaries include Round Rock at $47,914, Austin at $47,581, College Station at $47,317, and Dallas at $46,800. This highlights the importance of location when considering salary expectations in the veterinary field within Texas.
Texas Veterinary Technologist and Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Texas: $23,632 (lowest entry-level) to $74,768 (highest top earner)
Texas vs National Average
Texas veterinary technologists and technicians earn 10.43% less than the national median ($-5,215/year difference).
Texas Veterinary Technologist and Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Veterinary Technologist and Technician salaries in Texas range from $33,663 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $58,599 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $44,771. The Texas median is $5,215 below the US national median of $49,986. The average hourly rate is $21.53/hr. Approximately 15,638 veterinary technologist and technicians are employed across 109 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$31,139
2025 BLS Actual
$42,437
2026 Current Est.
$44,771
2019–2027 Growth
+51.7%
Salary Trajectory for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in Texas (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.50% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $31,139 | Actual |
| 2020 | $31,867 | Actual |
| 2021 | $33,084 | Actual |
| 2022 | $33,214 | Actual |
| 2023 | $35,110 | Actual |
| 2024 | $37,360 | Actual |
| 2025 | $42,437 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $44,771 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $47,233 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Texas metropolitan area, the median veterinary technologist and technician salary grew 36.3% from $31,139 (2019) to $42,437 (2025). At a 5.50% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $47,233 by 2027 — a total increase of $16,094 (51.68%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Texas metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.50% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Texas
Lowest Paying Cities in Texas
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Tomball | $36,355 |
| Edinburg | $36,511 |
| Murphy | $36,648 |
| Horizon City | $36,895 |
| Stephenville | $37,056 |
Best Value Cities for Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in Texas
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Texas cities offer the most purchasing power for veterinary technologists and technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Station | $47,317 | 90.951 | $52,025 |
| San Marcos | $48,690 | 96 | $50,719 |
| Round Rock | $47,914 | 96 | $49,910 |
| Austin | $47,581 | 98.066 | $48,519 |
| Fort Worth | $46,495 | 96 | $48,432 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Texas
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $33,663 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $44,771 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $58,599 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Texas metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 109 Cities in Texas
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Marcos | $48,690 |
| 2 | Round Rock | $47,914 |
| 3 | Austin | $47,581 |
| 4 | College Station | $47,317 |
| 5 | Dallas | $46,800 |
| 6 | Houston | $46,536 |
| 7 | Fort Worth | $46,495 |
| 8 | The Woodlands | $45,979 |
| 9 | Pasadena | $45,927 |
| 10 | Arlington | $45,855 |
| 11 | New Braunfels | $42,098 |
| 12 | San Antonio | $41,736 |
| 13 | Midland | $41,567 |
| 14 | Irving | $41,548 |
| 15 | Plano | $41,411 |
| 16 | Garland | $41,195 |
| 17 | Frisco | $41,048 |
| 18 | Amarillo | $41,035 |
| 19 | Harlingen | $40,900 |
| 20 | Wichita Falls | $40,648 |
| 21 | Port Arthur | $40,567 |
| 22 | Lubbock | $40,228 |
| 23 | Conroe | $40,207 |
| 24 | Brownsville | $40,185 |
| 25 | Richardson | $40,132 |
| 26 | Carrollton | $40,126 |
| 27 | Grand Prairie | $40,058 |
| 28 | Tyler | $40,001 |
| 29 | Killeen | $39,932 |
| 30 | Sherman | $39,837 |
| 31 | Galveston | $39,765 |
| 32 | DeSoto | $39,737 |
| 33 | Missouri City | $39,695 |
| 34 | Beaumont | $39,657 |
| 35 | Waco | $39,626 |
| 36 | Temple | $39,605 |
| 37 | Sugar Land | $39,527 |
| 38 | Allen | $39,523 |
| 39 | League City | $39,489 |
| 40 | Cedar Park | $39,471 |
| 41 | Georgetown | $39,457 |
| 42 | Baytown | $39,441 |
| 43 | Denton | $39,418 |
| 44 | Wylie | $39,413 |
| 45 | Cleburne | $39,407 |
| 46 | Mesquite | $39,402 |
| 47 | Pharr | $39,373 |
| 48 | McKinney | $39,367 |
| 49 | Pearland | $39,287 |
| 50 | Burleson | $39,260 |
| 51 | Pflugerville | $39,209 |
| 52 | Cedar Hill | $39,192 |
| 53 | Longview | $39,172 |
| 54 | Flower Mound | $39,096 |
| 55 | Kyle | $39,071 |
| 56 | Del Rio | $39,027 |
| 57 | Abilene | $39,014 |
| 58 | Coppell | $38,934 |
| 59 | Corpus Christi | $38,877 |
| 60 | Forney | $38,873 |
| 61 | Rowlett | $38,832 |
| 62 | The Colony | $38,773 |
| 63 | Anna | $38,759 |
| 64 | Huntsville | $38,715 |
| 65 | Texarkana | $38,663 |
| 66 | San Angelo | $38,655 |
| 67 | Mansfield | $38,594 |
| 68 | Weatherford | $38,587 |
| 69 | Euless | $38,569 |
| 70 | Weslaco | $38,543 |
| 71 | Hurst | $38,524 |
| 72 | Grapevine | $38,478 |
| 73 | Leander | $38,468 |
| 74 | Little Elm | $38,466 |
| 75 | Lancaster | $38,433 |
| 76 | North Richland Hills | $38,405 |
| 77 | Duncanville | $38,399 |
| 78 | Copperas Cove | $38,325 |
| 79 | Friendswood | $38,319 |
| 80 | Victoria | $38,286 |
| 81 | El Paso | $38,233 |
| 82 | Seguin | $38,158 |
| 83 | Rockwall | $38,107 |
| 84 | Corinth | $38,067 |
| 85 | Schertz | $38,033 |
| 86 | Corsicana | $38,001 |
| 87 | San Juan | $37,974 |
| 88 | Kingsville | $37,971 |
| 89 | Prosper | $37,962 |
| 90 | Laredo | $37,917 |
| 91 | Sachse | $37,866 |
| 92 | Bastrop | $37,861 |
| 93 | Socorro | $37,795 |
| 94 | Mission | $37,744 |
| 95 | Eagle Pass | $37,725 |
| 96 | Keller | $37,670 |
| 97 | Lufkin | $37,627 |
| 98 | Haltom City | $37,623 |
| 99 | Nacogdoches | $37,623 |
| 100 | Benbrook | $37,593 |
| 101 | University Park | $37,557 |
| 102 | McAllen | $37,410 |
| 103 | Fredericksburg | $37,322 |
| 104 | Odessa | $37,305 |
| 105 | Stephenville | $37,056 |
| 106 | Horizon City | $36,895 |
| 107 | Murphy | $36,648 |
| 108 | Edinburg | $36,511 |
| 109 | Tomball | $36,355 |
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Written by Jordan Lee, CVT
Career Analyst
Jordan has 10 years of experience in veterinary technology. They specialize in emergency care. Jordan has worked in both clinic and hospital settings.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.50% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 veterinary technologist and technician compensation across Texas. State averages are employment-weighted across 109 metro areas — larger metro areas with more veterinary technologists and technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.50%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for veterinary technologist and technicians (SOC 29-2056).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, CVT, a licensed veterinary technologist and technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov