Veterinarians Salary in Missoula, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Missoula, MT

Median annual salary $99,040 -21.1% vs national
Median hourly $47.62
10th percentile $45,460
90th percentile $155,070
Employed locally 40
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,460
    25th
    $74,630
    50th (median)
    $99,040
    75th
    $126,740
    90th
    $155,070

    Missoula economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $70,888 2023 • Census ACS
    Veterinarians salary vs area income 140% Median Veterinarians salary is 40% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Veterinarians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $187,990
    Napa, CA $179,080
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $175,050
    Salinas, CA $168,330
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $165,060
    Anchorage, AK $164,220

    Nearby metros — Veterinarians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Binghamton, NY $127,560
    Bozeman, MT $89,450
    Billings, MT $80,540

    Related occupations in Missoula, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,210
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,500
    Pharmacists $132,140
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,190
    Physical Therapists $82,870
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $58,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Missoula?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Missoula, MT is $47.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.04 or more per hour.

    Is Missoula above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Missoula, MT is 21.1% below the national median of $125,510. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Veterinarians in Missoula?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $45,460 per year in Missoula, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,630.