Veterinarians Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $126,670 +0.9% vs national
Median hourly $60.90
10th percentile $58,650
90th percentile —
Employed locally 100
National median $125,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,650
    25th
    $97,210
    50th (median)
    $126,670
    75th
    $162,690

    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 Southwest Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $66,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,800
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,640
    Nurse Practitioners $101,700
    Pharmacists $142,130
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $58,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Veterinarians make per hour in Southwest Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Veterinarians in Southwest Missouri is $60.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $101.73 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Missouri above or below average for Veterinarians salaries?

    The median Veterinarians salary in Southwest Missouri is 0.9% above 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 Southwest Missouri?

    Entry-level Veterinarians (10th percentile) earn around $58,650 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $97,210.