How much does a healthcare social worker make in Missouri?
$59,870a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers in Missouri. That is $28.78 an hour or $4,989 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.78
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,180Median: $59,870Highest 10%: $79,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,180 | $18.84 | |
| 25th | $46,430 | $22.32 | |
| Median | $59,870 | $28.78 | |
| 75th | $73,740 | $35.45 | |
| 90th | $79,560 | $38.25 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $66,260 |
| St. Louis, MO | $62,200 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $61,000 |
| Columbia, MO | $60,540 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $59,840 |
| Springfield, MO | $57,220 |
| Joplin, MO | $55,510 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $49,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for healthcare social workers.
| 44. South Carolina | $60,840 |
| 45. West Virginia | $60,140 |
| 46. Alabama | $60,000 |
| 47. Missouri | $59,870 |
| 48. South Dakota | $57,510 |
| 49. Montana | $57,090 |
| 50. Oklahoma | $56,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare social worker make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $28.78 ($59,870 a year).
Do healthcare social workers make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $59,870 against $67,880 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Missouri rank for healthcare social worker pay?
Missouri ranks 47 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays healthcare social workers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $66,260 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.