How much does a graphic designer make in Missouri?
$56,750a year
Median yearly pay for graphic designers in Missouri. That is $27.28 an hour or $4,729 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.28
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,950Median: $56,750Highest 10%: $83,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,950 | $17.76 | |
| 25th | $45,420 | $21.84 | |
| Median | $56,750 | $27.28 | |
| 75th | $70,920 | $34.10 | |
| 90th | $83,270 | $40.03 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $61,000 |
| Kansas City, MO | $59,990 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $51,180 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $49,690 |
| Columbia, MO | $49,490 |
| Joplin, MO | $49,440 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $48,260 |
| Springfield, MO | $47,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for graphic designers.
| 32. Tennessee | $57,270 |
| 33. South Carolina | $57,170 |
| 34. Montana | $56,890 |
| 35. Missouri | $56,750 |
| 36. New Mexico | $56,730 |
| 37. Nebraska | $56,700 |
| 38. North Dakota | $56,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a graphic designer make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $27.28 ($56,750 a year).
Do graphic designers make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $56,750 against $62,960 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Missouri rank for graphic designer pay?
Missouri ranks 35 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays graphic designers the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $61,000 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.