How much does a compensation make in Columbia?
$63,790a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Columbia, MO metro area. That is $30.67 an hour or $5,316 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.67
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among cities
- 181 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,250Median: $63,790Highest 10%: $103,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,250 | $22.72 | |
| 25th | $54,450 | $26.18 | |
| Median | $63,790 | $30.67 | |
| 75th | $81,260 | $39.07 | |
| 90th | $103,100 | $49.56 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| St. Louis, MO | $77,080 |
| Kansas City, MO | $67,990 |
| Springfield, MO | $62,440 |
Related jobs in Columbia
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Risk Specialist | $101,600 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $85,130 |
| Management Analyst | $84,870 |
| Loan Officer | $81,850 |
| Financial Specialist | $81,600 |
| Project Management Specialist | $80,870 |
| Financial Examiner | $77,420 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $73,070 |
| Logistician | $72,180 |
| Property Appraiser and Assessor | $71,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Columbia?
The median hourly pay in the Columbia, MO metro area is $30.67 ($63,790 a year).
Do compensations make more in Columbia than the national average?
No: $63,790 against $78,210 nationally, 18% less.
How does Columbia compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $74,260, so Columbia pays 14% less.
Where does Columbia rank for compensation pay?
181 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Columbia?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,250 or less a year; the top 10% make $103,100 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.