How much does a farmworker and laborer make in Missouri?
$36,280a year
Median yearly pay for farmworker and laborers in Missouri. That is $17.44 an hour or $3,023 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.44
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,160Median: $36,280Highest 10%: $47,980
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,160 | $14.02 | |
| 25th | $29,330 | $14.10 | |
| Median | $36,280 | $17.44 | |
| 75th | $40,200 | $19.33 | |
| 90th | $47,980 | $23.07 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $38,900 |
| Springfield, MO | $37,840 |
| Columbia, MO | $37,820 |
| Kansas City, MO | $37,020 |
| Joplin, MO | $32,950 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $29,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmworker and laborers.
| 21. Indiana | $36,980 |
| 22. Connecticut | $36,950 |
| 23. Alaska | $36,780 |
| 24. Missouri | $36,280 |
| 25. New Hampshire | $35,920 |
| 26. California | $35,580 |
| 27. Virginia | $35,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker and laborer make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $17.44 ($36,280 a year).
Do farmworker and laborers make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $36,280 against $35,660 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Missouri rank for farmworker and laborer pay?
Missouri ranks 24 of 50 states.
Which city in Missouri pays farmworker and laborers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $38,900 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.