Healthcare Gulfport, MS Pop. 72,926

Veterinarian Salary in Gulfport, Mississippi

The median veterinarian salary in Gulfport, MS is $82,608 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 1.2% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$82,608
vs State Avg
$-1,033
vs National
$-20,652
Cost of Living
82%

Veterinarian Salary in Gulfport by Experience

In Gulfport, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $54,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,400
$-13,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,000
$-21,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$124,000
$-31,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Gulfport, MS

Percentile Gulfport
10th Percentile $52,160
25th Percentile $64,320
Median (50th) $82,608
75th Percentile $107,520
90th Percentile $139,360

Veterinarian Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

How to Become a Veterinarian in Gulfport

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Gulfport and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

DiagnosisSurgeryPharmacologyAnimal HandlingClient CommunicationRadiology

Job Outlook

Nationally, veterinarian employment is projected to grow 19% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Gulfport may vary based on local industry and population growth.