How much does a veterinary technologist and technician make in Missouri?
$43,520a year
Median yearly pay for veterinary technologist and technicians in Missouri. That is $20.92 an hour or $3,627 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.92
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,940Median: $43,520Highest 10%: $49,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,940 | $15.36 | |
| 25th | $37,670 | $18.11 | |
| Median | $43,520 | $20.92 | |
| 75th | $46,490 | $22.35 | |
| 90th | $49,260 | $23.68 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $46,260 |
| St. Louis, MO | $44,860 |
| Columbia, MO | $44,810 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $40,160 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $40,100 |
| Joplin, MO | $39,080 |
| Springfield, MO | $38,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for veterinary technologist and technicians.
| 33. South Dakota | $45,300 |
| 34. New Mexico | $44,790 |
| 35. Nebraska | $43,680 |
| 36. Missouri | $43,520 |
| 37. Georgia | $43,060 |
| 38. Tennessee | $42,810 |
| 39. Idaho | $42,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a veterinary technologist and technician make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $20.92 ($43,520 a year).
Do veterinary technologist and technicians make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $43,520 against $47,380 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Missouri rank for veterinary technologist and technician pay?
Missouri ranks 36 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays veterinary technologist and technicians the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $46,260 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.