How much does an athlete and sports competitor make in Missouri?
$172,700a year
Median yearly pay for athlete and sports competitors in Missouri. That is $83.03 an hour or $14,390 a month.
- Hourly
- $83.03
- Vs. national median
- +159%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 18
- Jobs in the state
- 670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,340Median: $172,700Highest 10%: $239,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,340 | $21.32 | |
| 25th | $78,370 | $37.68 | |
| Median | $172,700 | $83.03 | |
| 75th | $775,700 | $372.95 | |
| 90th | $239,200 | $115.00 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $203,400 |
| Kansas City, MO | $78,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for athlete and sports competitors.
| 1. New Jersey | $253,900 |
| 2. Missouri | $172,700 |
| 3. Utah | $122,800 |
| 4. Nevada | $119,800 |
| 5. Texas | $80,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete and sports competitor make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $83.03 ($172,700 a year).
Do athlete and sports competitors make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $172,700 against $66,710 nationally, 159% more.
Where does Missouri rank for athlete and sports competitor pay?
Missouri ranks 2 of 18 states.
Which city in Missouri pays athlete and sports competitors the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $203,400 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.