How much does an educational make in Springfield?
$53,720a year
Median yearly pay for educationals in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $25.83 an hour or $4,477 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.83
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among cities
- 335 of 386
- Jobs in the area
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,030Median: $53,720Highest 10%: $93,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,030 | $20.21 | |
| 25th | $47,050 | $22.62 | |
| Median | $53,720 | $25.83 | |
| 75th | $62,900 | $30.24 | |
| 90th | $93,640 | $45.02 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for educationals.
| Kansas City, MO | $60,820 |
| St. Louis, MO | $60,160 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $55,830 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $55,520 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $55,520 |
| Columbia, MO | $51,260 |
| Joplin, MO | $51,040 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Worker | $59,800 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $57,220 |
| Clergy | $52,130 |
| Health Education Specialist | $51,630 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $50,750 |
| Community Health Worker | $49,540 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $49,320 |
| Substance Abuse | $48,120 |
| Child | $47,980 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $47,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an educational make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $25.83 ($53,720 a year).
Do educationals make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $53,720 against $64,330 nationally, 16% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $58,040, so Springfield pays 7% less.
Where does Springfield rank for educational pay?
335 of 386 metro areas with data.
How much does an educational make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,030 or less a year; the top 10% make $93,640 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.