Veterinarians pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for veterinarians is $55.12 an hour ($114,660 a year). About 1,920 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($130,100). Missouri ranks 37th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.46 | $61,270 |
| 25% of workers | $46.77 | $97,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $55.12 | $114,660 |
| 75% of workers | $71.76 | $149,250 |
| 90% of workers | $93.20 | $193,860 |
Veterinarians pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $122,490 | 750 |
| St. Louis | $122,460 | 810 |
| St. Joseph | $118,290 | 40 |
| Springfield | $102,740 | 140 |
| Joplin | $102,700 | 50 |
| Jefferson City | $101,230 | 50 |
| Cape Girardeau | $100,360 | 30 |
| Columbia | $99,620 | 140 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinarians
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $227,980 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $43,520 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $36,660 |
| Pediatricians, General | $223,910 |
| Registered Nurses | $81,780 |
| Pharmacists | $137,610 |
| Physical Therapists | $99,310 |
| Occupational Therapists | $97,290 |
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