How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Springfield?
$49,960a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $24.02 an hour or $4,163 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.02
- Vs. national median
- -25%
- Rank among cities
- 243 of 247
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,170Median: $49,960Highest 10%: $72,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,170 | $21.72 | |
| 25th | $47,020 | $22.61 | |
| Median | $49,960 | $24.02 | |
| 75th | $58,780 | $28.26 | |
| 90th | $72,000 | $34.62 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers.
| St. Louis, MO | $78,130 |
| Kansas City, MO | $61,950 |
| Columbia, MO | $56,230 |
| Joplin, MO | $48,420 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Science Teacher | $106,600 |
| History Teacher | $80,660 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $80,650 |
| Business Teacher | $78,640 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teacher | $76,520 |
| Psychology Teacher | $75,250 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $74,880 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $74,270 |
| Art | $70,130 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teacher | $70,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $24.02 ($49,960 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $49,960 against $66,270 nationally, 25% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $59,300, so Springfield pays 16% less.
Where does Springfield rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
243 of 247 metro areas with data.
How much does a career/technical education teacher make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,170 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,000 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.