Veterinarians Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $113,030 -9.9% vs national
Median hourly $54.34
10th percentile $58,570
90th percentile $204,000
Employed locally 110
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,570
    25th
    $84,230
    50th (median)
    $113,030
    75th
    $154,800
    90th
    $204,000

    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

    Related occupations in Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,100
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,150
    Nurse Practitioners $108,190
    Pharmacists $135,350
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $57,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Southeast Missouri is $54.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $101.30 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Southeast Missouri is 9.9% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $58,570 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $84,230.