How Much Does Veterinary Visit Cost?
Updated for 2024 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Veterinary Visit Include?
A routine veterinary visit includes a physical exam, vaccinations, and basic health screening. Emergency and specialty visits cost significantly more.
The national average cost for veterinary visit is $150 per visit. Most homeowners pay between $50 and $300, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Visit Type
Routine checkup: $50-$150. Sick visit: $100-$300. Emergency: $500-$3,000+
Vaccinations
Core vaccines: $20-$40 each. Full vaccine package: $75-$200
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Type of visit (routine vs emergency)
- ✓Vaccinations needed
- ✓Tests and diagnostics
- ✓Medications prescribed
- ✓Pet type and size
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Keep up with preventive care to avoid expensive emergencies
- 2.Look for low-cost vaccination clinics at pet stores
- 3.Consider pet insurance for major expenses
- 4.Ask about payment plans for large bills
Veterinary Visit Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $41 | $123 | $246 |
| Alaska | $64 | $192 | $384 |
| Arizona | $48 | $143 | $285 |
| Arkansas | $40 | $120 | $240 |
| California | $68 | $203 | $405 |
| Colorado | $54 | $162 | $324 |
| Connecticut | $61 | $183 | $366 |
| Delaware | $53 | $158 | $315 |
| Florida | $49 | $147 | $294 |
| Georgia | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| Hawaii | $71 | $213 | $426 |
| Idaho | $46 | $138 | $276 |
| Illinois | $53 | $158 | $315 |
| Indiana | $44 | $132 | $264 |
| Iowa | $43 | $129 | $258 |
| Kansas | $43 | $128 | $255 |
| Kentucky | $42 | $126 | $252 |
| Louisiana | $44 | $131 | $261 |
| Maine | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| Maryland | $57 | $173 | $345 |
| Massachusetts | $65 | $195 | $390 |
| Michigan | $46 | $138 | $276 |
| Minnesota | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| Mississippi | $39 | $117 | $234 |
| Missouri | $44 | $131 | $261 |
| Montana | $48 | $143 | $285 |
| Nebraska | $44 | $132 | $264 |
| Nevada | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| New Hampshire | $56 | $168 | $336 |
| New Jersey | $63 | $188 | $375 |
| New Mexico | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| New York | $66 | $198 | $396 |
| North Carolina | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| North Dakota | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| Ohio | $45 | $135 | $270 |
| Oklahoma | $42 | $125 | $249 |
| Oregon | $55 | $165 | $330 |
| Pennsylvania | $51 | $153 | $306 |
| Rhode Island | $57 | $173 | $345 |
| South Carolina | $44 | $131 | $261 |
| South Dakota | $43 | $128 | $255 |
| Tennessee | $43 | $129 | $258 |
| Texas | $47 | $140 | $279 |
| Utah | $48 | $143 | $285 |
| Vermont | $54 | $162 | $324 |
| Virginia | $53 | $158 | $315 |
| Washington | $57 | $173 | $345 |
| West Virginia | $40 | $120 | $240 |
| Wisconsin | $47 | $141 | $282 |
| Wyoming | $46 | $138 | $276 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should my pet see the vet?
Healthy adult pets: once per year. Puppies/kittens: every 3-4 weeks until 16 weeks. Senior pets: twice per year.