29-1131.00

Veterinarians

Diagnose, treat, or research diseases and injuries of animals. Includes veterinarians who conduct research and development, perform administrative duties, or specialize in a particular field.

2.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

Your job is remarkably safe from AI

Safer than 19% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 0% probability of automation for this role
paper →
19%
of jobs safer
114
jobs riskier than this
+19.0%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Physical Robots

Physical robotics, autonomous machines, and automated equipment are the main threat to the physical tasks in this occupation.

Veterinary medicine requires physical examination, hands-on surgical skills, and the ability to work with uncooperative patients who cannot communicate verbally. AI imaging analysis assists diagnosis, but treatment delivery, emergency care, and the physical demands of veterinary practice ensure strong human necessity for decades.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$119,100
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+19.0%
Much faster than average
Education Required
Doctoral or professional degree
Job Zone 5 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →