How much does a biological science teacher make in St. Louis?
$97,120a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area. That is $46.69 an hour or $8,093 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.69
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,960Median: $97,120Highest 10%: $213,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,960 | $28.35 | |
| 25th | $77,030 | $37.03 | |
| Median | $97,120 | $46.69 | |
| 75th | $135,500 | $65.14 | |
| 90th | $213,700 | $102.72 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers.
| Kansas City, MO | $84,600 |
| Columbia, MO | $79,290 |
| Springfield, MO | $74,270 |
Related jobs in St. Louis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $131,600 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $102,900 |
| Physics Teacher | $102,500 |
| Business Teacher | $101,700 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $101,100 |
| Sociology Teacher | $96,240 |
| History Teacher | $92,140 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $87,860 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $83,390 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $81,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in St. Louis?
The median hourly pay in the St. Louis, MO-IL metro area is $46.69 ($97,120 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in St. Louis than the national average?
Yes: $97,120 against $84,620 nationally, 15% more.
How does St. Louis compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $80,970, so St. Louis pays 20% more.
Where does St. Louis rank for biological science teacher pay?
42 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological science teacher make starting out in St. Louis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $213,700 or more.
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.