How long does veterinary technician training take near Watertown?

Veterinary technician certificate programs near Watertown typically take 6 to 12 months of full-time study, while associate degree programs generally run about 2 years. Actual completion time depends on schedule (full-time vs. part-time) and any prerequisite coursework.

How much do veterinary technicians earn in Wisconsin?

According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), veterinary technicians in Wisconsin earned a median annual wage of approximately $47,020. Pay varies with experience, certification, and employer; the 10th to 90th percentile range was approximately $37,900 to $59,110 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

How many veterinary technician schools are near Watertown?

Jefferson County reports approximately 20 veterinary technician related establishments employing about 150 workers (BLS QCEW, 2024). Compare the schools listed above for tuition, duration, and credential alignment with the local employer base.

Best Vet Tech Programs in Watertown, Wisconsin (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Quick answer: Veterinary technicians in Wisconsin earn a median of $47,020 per year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). This page lists accredited veterinary technician schools near Watertown, Wisconsin with local wage data and median graduate earnings for each school.

Watertown sits within the Wisconsin veterinary technician workforce, served by accredited training providers. For context, the state median annual wage for this occupation is approximately $47,020 (BLS OEWS, May 2025).

Watertown Quick Facts

Metric	Value	Source
State median annual wage	$47,020	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Wisconsin pay range (10th to 90th percentile)	$37,900 to $59,110	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Top-paying Wisconsin metro for this field	Eau Claire, WI, $52,140	BLS OEWS, May 2025
National job outlook (2024 to 2034)	+9.1% growth, about 14,300 openings per year	BLS Employment Projections, 2024-2034
State employment	2,590 workers	BLS OEWS, May 2025
Jefferson County establishments	20	BLS QCEW, 2024
Jefferson County industry employment	150	BLS QCEW, 2024
Jefferson County unemployment rate	2.7%	BLS LAUS, 2024
Wisconsin location quotient	1.06	BLS OEWS, May 2025

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What You’ll Find Below

The school listings below are sorted by proximity to Watertown. Each entry includes the school name, address, and the credentials offered. Use the Jefferson County and Wisconsin figures above as a reference point when comparing program length, schedule, and tuition.

Vet Technician Schools near Watertown

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U.S. Median Pay $47,380 $22.78 per hour

Job Outlook 9.1% 12,200 jobs (2024–2034)
14,300 openings/yr

Popular Online Programs In Wisconsin

Veterinary-Technician Salary in U.S.

Median Salary $47,380 $22.78/hr

Average Salary $49,120 $23.61/hr

Salary Range

$35,710 10th pctl

$47,380 Median

$63,180 90th pctl

10th Percentile $35,710 $17.17/hr

25th Percentile $38,910 $18.71/hr

75th Percentile $57,650 $27.72/hr

90th Percentile $63,180 $30.38/hr

Employment & Outlook

Total Employed129,140

Growth (2024-2034)9.1%

Annual Openings14,300

Jobs per 1,0000.8

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