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Veterinary Technologists and Technicians Salary Guide for Mississippi

veterinary technologists and technicians working in Mississippi earn an average of $31,400.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
870
Annual Mean Salary
$31,400.00
Hourly Rate
$15.09
Estimated Monthly*
$2,414.40
*Based on 40-hour work week

Mississippi vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Mississippi's veterinary technologists and technicians salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Mississippi offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

Mississippi shows a downward salary trend for veterinary technologists and technicians, falling below the national average. This suggests challenges in the local job market for professionals in the field.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for veterinary technologists and technicians can vary significantly within Mississippi. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Northeast Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$33,180.00
Hourly Rate
$15.95
Employment
270 professionals
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Jackson

Annual Mean Salary
$31,320.00
Hourly Rate
$15.06
Employment
170 professionals
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Southwest Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$30,580.00
Hourly Rate
$14.70
Employment
50 professionals
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Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula

Annual Mean Salary
$30,050.00
Hourly Rate
$14.45
Employment
130 professionals
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Southeast Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$29,450.00
Hourly Rate
$14.16
Employment
90 professionals
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Hattiesburg

Annual Mean Salary
$28,320.00
Hourly Rate
$13.62
Employment
40 professionals
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Northwest Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$28,310.00
Hourly Rate
$13.61
Employment
40 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.